Research Assistant – Agronoimy Three (3) Years Fixed Term Contract (Roodeplaat) needed at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Performs routine activities related to open field production under supervision.
• Performs sample collection and processing under supervision.
• Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources, if applicable.
• Adheres to work plans and timeously provide verbal and written feedback on work activities and challenges encountered to supervisor.
• Provides general research support.
• Visible compliance with Human Resource policies and procedures and Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) plus 3 years relevant experience in Horticulture or Agronomy.
• Or Grade 10 (NFQ 2) plus 8 years relevant experience in Horticulture or Agronomy.
• Relevant experience in cultivation and maintenance of vegetable crops, including land preparations, planting, weeding, harvesting, fertilizer applications and irrigation set-up.
• Relevant experience in greenhouse sanitation practices, growth media preparations and seedling/plantlet production.
• Effective utilization of tools, implements and research materials.
• Competence in driving a tractor will be an added advantage.
• Competence in herbicide and pesticide applications will be an added advantage.
• Competence in use of water use and plant growth monitoring tools and probes will be an added advantage.
• Valid drivers’ license

CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATIONS: 10 DECEMBER 2025

• 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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
• Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies.

• 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.