Researcher Plant Protection

2 months ago


Stellenbosch, South Africa The Agricultural Research Council Full time

Initiate, conduct, coordinate and manage research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs and specifications within budget and on time.
- Successful initiation/proposal and completion of research programmes/ projects contained in the business plan of the institute in line with the overall Corporate Program and Strategy of the ARC.
- Contribute to the image of the ARC through high quality research findings/ products in compliance with expected scientific standards.
- Ensure well-customised technology transfer/ training programs and effective transfer of technology and promotion in the form of products, services, literature, information days, courses and other events according to client needs.
- Ensure that allocated budgets are managed in cost effective and proactive manner including timeously execution of financial administrative activities/task in compliance with the prescribed financial procedures and policies of the ARC.
- Actively source new research opportunities and write research proposals for funding.
- Disseminate research results as scientific peer-reviewed publications, congress presentations, popular articles, presentations at industry information days and client reports.
- PhD Plant Pathology or related field with at least 3 years’ experience in a relevant scientific research environment, post MSc with a national record of accomplishment on the level of a researcher.
- Minimum 3-5 peer reviewed publications or number of publications should be equivalent to what was required from Master’s and PhD level for their field respectively.
- Knowledge and experience of aetiology, epidemiology, and disease management of fungal pathogens of grapevine and fruit trees will be an advantage
- Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
- Proven record of accomplishment for generating external income for projects in line with requirements on Master’s and PhD level. In this respect proven record of writing of proposals as part of Masters and PhD studies.
- Proven record of participating as a speaker nationally as part of Masters and PhD level. Must be able to show competence in presenting research results.
- Proven track record of mentoring and supervising/co-supervising other researchers and students.
- Valid SA driver’s license

**Enquiries: Dr R Knoetze, Tel: (021) 809-3461 / Dr M Havenga, Tel: (021) 809 3161**

**THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 18 NOVEMBER 2024**

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.


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