Job Description

The incumbent will be involved in research activities on various veterinary diseases of economical importance. Coordinate, plan and conduct veterinary activities required on research projects involving diseases of veterinary importance. Perform clinical duties on animals kept for research purposes. Participate in and authorise diagnostic activities including routine laboratory testing, Proficiency Testing Schemes and National Surveillance Programmes. Participate in the planning and implementation of research projects, including performing animal care duties, giving input into animal ethics applications, and DALRRD Section 20 applications. Compiling detailed reports relating to animal care and comprehensive recommendations for animal care. Manage/supervise animal attendants, Para veterinary staff, CCS veterinarian and SAVC authorised personnel as the need arises. Render expert clinical and diagnostic advice on research projects. Liaise with clients as and when needed including giving expert advice on diagnostic aspects of various veterinary diseases. Collaborate with research and diagnostic staff to publish research in appropriate journals (non-peer-reviewed popular articles, semi scientific and peer-reviewed papers (in journals with high impact factor), and presentation at relevant national and/or international scientific conferences. Train and transfer knowledge to animal attendants, students, field veterinary officials and farmers. Continually update knowledge and develop skills and translate knowledge of advances in the area into research activity. Participate in Programme and Institute-related administrative and other duties as requested by the line manager. Ensure compliance with all SHEQ policies and procedures.



BVSc/BVMCh/BVM (Veterinary degree), with at least one (1) year of practical experience. Must be SAVC registered. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Good interpersonal skills. Be willing to work on a weekend rotational basis to perform veterinary duties for all animals housed at ARC-OVR. Experience in laboratory diagnostics, molecular biology or statistics will be an added advantage. Publications in a relevant field.

Enquiries: Dr Alison Lubisi, Tel: (012) 529 9233

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 18 JULY 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) must be attached on the form.



NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.



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.