RESEARCH ASSISTANT PLANT BREEDING

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 three highly skilled,
experienced and dynamic persons to the following contract positions at Roodeplaat Pretoria and
Loskop Groblersdal:
RESEARCH ASSISTANT PLANT BREEDING X 2: LEGUMINOUS, LEAFY AND FRUIT VEGETABLES
DIVISION,
3 YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Key Performance Areas:
 Performs routine greenhouse and field activities under supervision.
 Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated HR resources, if applicable.
 Adheres to financial administrative controls.
 Adheres to work plans and provide verbal and written feedback on work activities to supervisor.
 Utilises equipment and materials.
 Provides research support, diagnostics, and other services.
 Collects data under supervision and adheres to quality standards.
 Visible compliance with Human Resource policies and procedures and Occupational Health and
Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements:
 Grade 12 plus 3 years relevant experience in Crop Protection and Agronomy.
 Basic understanding of weed control, soil cultivation methods, fertilization, spraying for disease and
pest control, irrigation systems (installation, operation and maintenance), and sustainable field
management.
 Experience of amadumbe, tomatoes and other vegetable production will be an added advantage.
 Verbal and written communication skills.
 Compliance to safety standards as prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

 Valid drivers’ licence is an added advantage.

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/StTcdQVdYs

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.

Enquiries: Dr W Jansen van Rensburg, Tel (012) 808-8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 01 SEPTEMBER 2023

All the best with your applications.