Website Agricultural Research Council (ARC)
The Agricultural Research Council is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and fosters innovation to support and develop the agricultural sector.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier South African science institution that conducts research, technology development, and technology transfer to support and advance the agricultural sector. It is the principal agricultural research institution in South Africa, established by the Agricultural Research Act 86 of 1990. The ARC’s mission is to foster innovation, develop human capital, and generate new knowledge in agriculture.
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
Requirements
- PhD in Entomology, Nematology, Crop Protection, or a closely related discipline.
- Minimum of three (3) years post-MSc research experience in pest control of crops.
- Authored or co-authored 3 to 5 peer-reviewed publications relevant to the field.
- Demonstrated ability to secure external funding for research projects.
- Experience in pests of vegetable or industrial crops will be an added advantage.
- Registration with a recognized scientific or professional body is desirable.
- NRF rating will be considered a strong advantage.
- Valid driver’s license.
