RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: POSTHARVEST MANAGEMENT & FOOD PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.

The ARC-Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC–VIMP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled,
experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Roodeplaat (Pretoria):
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: POSTHARVEST MANAGEMENT & FOOD PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
THREE YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Key Performance Areas:
 Contributes towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans particularly
in relation to postharvest management, agro-processing and product development of medicinal and
industrial plants as well vegetables.
 Plans and co-ordinates own and technical project work activities.
 Conducts technical support within projects.
 Collects, captures, processes and interprets technical data and makes internal project
recommendations.
 Compiles technical reports and submits for approval.
 Provides services on postharvest management and agro-processing of medicinal plants and
industrial crops.
 Develops technical capacity at an appropriate level.
 Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
 Participates in projects and supervises as delegated
 Manages project facilities, material and equipment.
 Ensures optimal utilisation of resources.
 Compliance with human resource policies and procedures.
 Compliance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures.

Requirements:
 National Diploma or BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, Biochemistry or closely related field
 Demonstrable experience on postharvest management.
 Knowledge of, and/or experience in postharvest management and agro processing systems.
 Knowledge of, and/or experience in food processing, food analysis, food packaging, food quality
and safety systems.
 Demonstrable experience in product development (e.g. nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals) will be
an added advantage.
 Good communication skills (verbal and written).
 Proficiency in Ms Office.
 Valid driver’s license.
 Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.

Enquires: Dr N Masondo: (012) 808-8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 01 SEPTEMBER 2023

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
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. Click
on the link to apply: https://forms.office.com/r/xbpkseqt2k
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. The company has the right not to appoint.

All the best with your applications