Research Technician – Range & Forage Sciences (3 Years Fixed Contract) (Roodeplaat (Rfi – Api)) needed at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• To contribute to research by rendering desired support to Rangelands management research staff and to optimise the utilisation of resources in the most cost effective and efficient manner.
• To supervise post-graduate students in the field.
• Pro-actively provide technical input within the context of the research project/s.
• To utilise and maintain facilities, apparatus and equipment.
• Collect, captures and process data with basic analysis.
• To comply with the Occupational Health and Safety regulations/ procedures.
• To ensure successful transfer of scientific technology.
•  Provides verbal/written reports on work activities and results
• Experience in technology transfer through articles, presentations and demonstrations.
• Knowledge on maintenance of equipment and infrastructure needed for research.
• Willing to do extensive traveling to research sites over multiple provinces is mandatory.
• Knowledge on safety standards as prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• A valid driver’s license 

Requirements

• A BSc Hons/BTech degree in Agronomy or Pasture Science.
• Practical experience in working with cover crops and planted pastures.
• Understanding of agricultural principles related to research projects.
• Experience in working with a large team including students
• Practical experience and technical knowledge of appropriate research projects, financial and human resource management.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in technology transfer through articles, presentations and demonstrations.
• Knowledge on maintenance of equipment and infrastructure needed for research.
• Willing to do extensive traveling to research sites over multiple provinces is mandatory.
• Knowledge on safety standards as prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• A valid driver’s license