Job Description

Assist with research on insects of veterinary importance in the field including Black flies, Culicoides, Stomoxys, Tabanid and Tsetse flies. Maintenance and administration of the tsetse colony. Take irradiated blood for bioassays and interpret the results. Update weekly tsetse colony mortality database. Development and implementation of SOPs for radiation biology experiments and the tsetse colony maintenance. Responsible for maintaining infrastructure and facilities. Responsible for training interns and providing support as needed. Adhering to all Safety and GLP rules and regulations.



National Diploma in Veterinary Technology. B-Tech in Veterinary Technology will be added advantage. Professional membership: SAVC/SACNASP registration will be added advantage. A valid driver's Licence. Good interpersonal skills. Basic knowledge of insect mass-rearing. Knowledge of radiation biology experiments, data analysis and interpretation of generated data. Knowledge of R-Studio and MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access).




Enquiries: Dr M Taioe, Tel: (012) 529 9185



CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 22 DECEMBER 2025



Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months' probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.



Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver's license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.



SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.