Research Technician: Analytical Services x2 Positions (1) One Year Fixed Term Contract) (Pretoria Central) needed at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Collects, captures and processes data with basic analysis
• Provides verbal and written reports on activities and results.
• Conduct research support, diagnostics and other services under supervision.
• Perform routine soil analysis on ICP-OES and ICP-MS instrument and other laboratory instruments.
• Calibrate and maintain equipment.
• Maintain and update lab book and filling of raw data, and all reports for the project.
• Plan and coordinates own work activities aligned with project plans.
• Do trouble shooting on equipment and procedures used.
• Support capacity development and training of junior staff.
• Maintain work area and facilities clean.
• Adheres to quality standards
• Complies with SHE/OHS standards regulations and procedures
• Demonstrate measurable outcomes and project impact
• Provides input into the optimisation of new technologies.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Analytical Chemistry.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in water/plant and soil analysis methods.
• Performing routing analysis on ICP-OES, ICP-MS instrument, CHNS /LECO analyser instrument will be advantageous.
• Knowledge on how to process and interpret data from the instrument is important.
• Oversee and maintain the operations of the ICP-OES and ICP-MS instrument.
• Troubleshooting, conducting preventative maintenance, calibration and doing minor repairs.
• Organizing workflow and ensuring that samples are tested in accordance with customer requests.
• Registration with relevant scientific registration body is an advantage.
• Computer literacy.
• Communication and planning skills

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 18 DECEMBER 2025