Job Description

The ARC-Deciduous Fruit, Vines, and Wine (ARC Infruitec-Nietvoorbij) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Stellenbosch: Researcher Nematology

• Initiate, conduct, coordinate and manage research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs and specifications within budget and on time.
• Successful initiation/proposal and completion of research programmes/projects contained in the business plan of the Institute in line with the overall Corporate Program and Strategy of the ARC.
• Contribute to the image of the ARC through high quality research findings/products in compliance with expected scientific standards.
• Ensure well-customised technology transfer/training programs and effective transfer of technology and promotion in the form of products, services, literature, information days, courses and other events according to client needs.
• Ensure cost-effective maintenance and utilisation of infrastructure through optimal application, maintenance, and effective stock control for execution of research projects.
• Ensure that allocated budgets are managed in cost effective and proactive manner including timeous execution of financial administrative activities/tasks in compliance with the prescribed financial procedures and policies of the ARC.
• Actively source new research opportunities and write research proposals for funding.
• Disseminate research results as scientific peer reviewed publications, congress presentations, popular articles, presentations at industry information days and client reports.
• Mentorship of post graduate students.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Nematology plus 3 years relevant experience in Plant Nematology or MSc in Plant Nematology with minimum 5 years' experience.
• Experience in Plant Nematology in line with the division's strategic focus on pest identification and integrated pest management of nematode pests of grapevine and deciduous fruit.
• Proven record of peer-reviewed scientific publications.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an advantage.
• Proven record of accomplishment for generating external income for programme and projects in programme.
• Valid SA driver's license.

ENQUIRIES: DR RINUS KNOETZE TEL: (021) 809-3461
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 18 FEBRUARY 2026
Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. 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, competency/leadership assessments and preference will be given to designated groups (including people with disabilities) 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.
SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. 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.
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