Senior Research Technician (plant Tissue Culture): Plant Improvement (two Years (2) Fixed Term Contract
Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Job Description
- Under guidance of the Researcher, develop and implement protocols for micropropagation of tropical and subtropical crops using in vitro technologies.
- Ability to work independently in a plant tissue culture laboratory with knowledge on operation of related equipment.
- Preparation of plant tissue culture media.
- Undertaking aseptic culturing of plants at the laminar flow bench.
- Provide leadership to Research Technicians, Assistants and Students.
- Collects, captures and processes data.
- Compiles progress reports and submits for approval. Ability to participate in training initiatives and present technical outcomes.
- Development and maintenance of research equipment.
- MSc in Biological/Life/Natural Sciences with specialisation in plant tissue culture and 2 years relevant experience, or BSc. Hons in Biological/Life/Natural Sciences and 8 years relevant experience.
- Laboratory experience is essential.
- Ability to work independently in a research laboratory.
- Occupational Health and Safety compliance in the laboratory.
- Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
- Advanced Computer Literacy.
- Code EB driver's licence.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 JULY 2025.
A 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.
Preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver's license must be attached on the form.
A 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. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months' probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.
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Job IdJD1450668
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationNelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned