SENIOR RESEARCHER: PATHOLOGY (RE-ADVERT)

Job Responsibilities

1. Coordination and support for the management of Research Projects across the Institute, including:
   • Project planning and initiation
   • Equipment and research materials
   • Project human resources
   • Project finances
   • Risk management and mitigation
   • Monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and project close-out
2. Coordination and support for the management of research, development, and innovation, including:
   • Invention
   • Translation
   • Commercialisation
   • Adoption and use
3. Coordination and support for the management of strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities, including:
   • Strategic research partnerships/networks/collaborators
   • Intra-inter institutional collaboration and partnerships
4. Coordination and support for the management of human capacity development, including support for project staff, students, and self.

Minimum Requirements

1. PhD in Plant Pathology or related qualification.
2. Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience.
3. Minimum 8 approved peer-reviewed publications in Plant Pathology.
4. Experience in supervising MSc and/or PhD students and obtaining research funding is required.
5. Registration with a relevant scientific registration body will be an added advantage.
6. Valid driver’s license.

Enquiries: Dr AEJ Du Toit, Tel: (018) 299 6297

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 29 NOVEMBER 2024

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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to a six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of the Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV (including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license, and the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees) must be attached.

NB: Non-RSA citizens must attach a valid permanent residence permit, names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees, and a traceable email address.

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 company has the right not to appoint.