Research Assistant Insect Ecology

6 days ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Agricultural Research Council Full time
Job title : Research Assistant Insect Ecology (Roodeplaat)Job Location : Gauteng, TshwaneDeadline : May 02, 2025Quick Recommended Links
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Description

  • Assist with mass-rearing of insects in the insectary.
  • Provision and maintenance of test plants in nursery and glasshouse facilities.
  • Assist with laboratory trails.
  • Assist with field surveys and data collection.
  • Assist with technology transfer initiative with farmers.
  • Cleaning and basic maintenance of laboratory and field equipment.
  • Records keeping for plant and insect production.

Requirements

  • Grade 12 (or equivalent/RPL) ,
  • Diploma in Plant Protection/Plant Production will be an advantage.
  • Prior experience of insect and plant rearing will be an advantage.
  • Basic level of computer literacy (email: data entry onto spreadsheets).
  • Ability to undertake tasks without micro-supervision.
  • Ability to work as part of a team, under instruction .
  • Able to travel and work in the field, with occasional extended work hours if required.
  • Code B/EB drivers' license.
  • Driving experience would be an advantage.
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