VACANCIES
VACANCIES
RESEARCHER PLANT PATHOLOGY
REF NO: ARC-gc 58
Job Description
Project Management & Coordination
The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of the projects:
Research planning and initiation.
Equipment and Research Materials.
Project Human Resources.
Project Finances.
Risk Management and Mitigation.
Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.
Research, Development, and Innovation
The Researcher is responsible for conducting research, development and supporting innovation. These include supporting the following research aspects:
Invention.
Translation.
Commercialization.
Adoption and Use.
Research Collaboration
The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities. These include:
- Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.
- Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships.
Human Capacity Building
The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of:
- Project staff and students.
- Self.
- Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.
- Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships.
Human Capacity Building
The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of:
- Project staff and students.
- Self.
Job Requirements
- PhD or Masters Degree (Plant Pathology or Microbiology) with 3 to 5 peer reviewed scientific publications
- Preference will be given to published articles with a strong focus on plant pathology in Grain Crops.
- Registration with a scientific and professional body will be added advantage.
- Proven track record for generating external income for research projects.
- Experience in supervising/mentoring post graduate students.
- NRF rating will be an added advantage.
- Valid EB driver’s licence
Enquiries: Dr B Janse van Rensburg, Tel: (018) 299 6357
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 08 OCTOBER 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 and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes to Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees. Certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license must be attached.
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.
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP: BOTANY/IKS
THREE YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT
REF NO: ARC-VIMP09910
Job Description
- Design and execute experiments or studies aligned with the ARC research agenda.
- Analyse data and interpret results using appropriate methodologies
- Contribute to multi-disciplinary or cross-institutional research initiatives.
- Write and submit articles to peer-reviewed journals.
- Present at conferences, seminars, and workshops.
- Mentor postgraduate (MSc/PhD) students or interns.
- Data analysis.
- Assist in preparing funding proposals and research grant applications.
- Attend workshops, training sessions, and seminars to build skills in areas like project management, scientific writing, or advanced research techniques.
- Engage in collaborative research and knowledge exchange.
- Submit regular progress reports to supervisors.
- Compliance to Research integrity and ethics.
Job Requirements
- PhD (awarded within the last 5 years) in Agronomy, Plant Sciences, Plant Production or a related field.
- Two (2) peer-reviewed publications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
REMUNARATION
- R350 000 per annum (taxable)
Enquiries: Dr Meshack Mofokeng Tel: 012 808 8055
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 01 OCTOBER 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 (as well as competency and leadership assessments).
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 organization reserves the right not to appoint.
RESEARCHER/ASSOCIATE RESEARCHER – PLANT BREEDING
THREE YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT
REF NO: ARC-VIMP0969
Job Description
- Project management and coordination of research on a national level.
- Actively sources new national research opportunities and writes proposals.
- Identifies the need for resources (human capital, equipment and materials) in project(s) and manages them accordingly.
- Human Capacity Development that includes outputs of mentoring and developing others (internal staff) and developing self.
- Conducts research in Plant Breeding, with a focus on legume crops.
- Acquire, utilise, and maintain germplasms, and develop elite breeding lines.
Job Requirements
- PhD in Plant Breeding, or related disciplines.
- At least three years’ research experience related to plant breeding, post master’s level.
- Experience in classical plant breeding techniques.
- Experience in molecular plant breeding techniques will be an added advantage.
- Authored or co-authored a minimum of two peer reviewed publications relevant to the position.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills, with an ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
- A valid driver’s license.
Enquiries: Prof Abe Shergo Gerrano, Tel: (012) 808 8000
CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATIONS: 30 SEPTEMBER 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 (as well as competency and leadership assessments).
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 organization reserves the right not to appoint.
RESEARCHER – WEED SCIENCE
REF NO: ARC-GC05-56
Job Description
Project Management & Coordination
The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of the projects:
Research planning and initiation.
Equipment and Research Materials.
Project Human Resources.
Project Finances.
Risk Management and Mitigation.
Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.
Research, Development, and Innovation
The Researcher is responsible for conducting research, development and supporting innovation. These include supporting the following research aspects:
Invention.
Translation.
Commercialization.
Adoption and Use.
Research Collaboration
The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities. These include:
- Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.
- Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships.
Human Capacity Building
The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of:
- Project staff and students.
- Self.
- Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.
- Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships.
Human Capacity Building
The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of:
- Project staff and students.
- Self.
Job Requirements
- PhD or Masters Degree (Weed Science) with 3 to 5 peer reviewed publications.
- Registration with a scientific and professional body will be added advantage.
- Proven track record for generating external income for research projects.
- Experience in mentoring students.
- Valid EB driver’s licence.
Enquiries: Dr Z Bello, Tel: (018) 299-6224
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 26 SEPTEMBER 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 and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes to Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees. Certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license must be attached.
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.
