Agricultural Research Council (ARC) : RESEARCH TECHNICIAN – PLANT PATHOLOGY 2023

AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC): RESEARCH TECHNICIAN – PLANT PATHOLOGY

The closing date: 18 May 2023 

Salary (R247 537– R371 307 p.a) all-inclusive remuneration package 

Key Performance Areas:

 Deliver technical assistance for research projects in the field of Plant Pathology, 

 Assist in coordinating work activities and supervise allocated resources if applicable, 

 Plan own work activities, coordinate work activities, and supervise allocated resources, if applicable, 

 Ensure cost-effective maintenance and utilization of infrastructure through optimal application, maintenance, and effective stock control for the execution of research projects,

 Conducts research support, diagnostics, and other services, 

 Collects, captures, and process data with basic analysis, 

 Regularly reports back through verbal/written reports to the supervisor and other project leaders on work activities and results, 

 Adhere to quality standards, 

 Assists in the preparation for presentations,  Provide input in the optimisation of new technologies, 

 Assist with the delivery of well-customized technology transfer/ training programs and effective transfer of technology and promotion in the form of products, services, literature, information days, training courses, and other events according to client needs,

 Meet peer norm requirements for a specific field of expertise by recognizing authorship or contribution,

 Adheres to financial administrative controls,

 Comply with all OHS regulations, 

 Identify and participate in your learning opportunities. 

Requirements: 

 National Diploma or relevant NQF5 qualification from a recognised Institution with two years practical experience in Plant Pathology or related field, 

• 2-year lab experience rendering support to research personnel, 

 Lab experience in the following fields, Plant Pathology, Microbiology or Plant Breeding (i.e. tissue culture), 

 Knowledge and experience in fruit tree and grapevine diseases as well as experience in Molecular Biology will be an added advantage, 

 Proficiency in MS Office Suite, 

 Valid SA driver’s license. 

Enquiries: Prof F Halleen, Tel: (021) 809-3040 

A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to South African citizens. Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license, and nationality. NB: Non-RSA Citizens/work permit holders must attach certified copies) as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be e-mail to Infruiteccv@arc.agric.za 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 Agricultural Research Council is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The company has the right not to appoint. 

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