Scientist (Production Level): Food Science, Ref No

7 months ago


Stellenbosch, South Africa Western Cape Government Full time

**Job Purpose**:
The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has a opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to conduct research, assessment, evaluation, innovation and provide advice and support for the development of the agri processing sector.

**Minimum Requirements**: An appropriate Science degree BSc (Hons) or a 4-year BSc Agric degree as recognized by the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) that allows for professional registration; Compulsory and valid registration with the SACNASP as a professional Natural Scientist; A minimum of 3 years post qualification natural scientific experience; A valid code B driving licence.
**Recommendation**:
M.Sc or equivalent qualification in Food Science; Experience of agriculture and agribusiness environment.

**Key Performance Areas**: Undertake advanced research for the development of new products, adaptation of existing ones including improvement, identification of new and innovative methods and processes, new technology, infrastructure and equipment; Write and publish papers in semi and scientific platforms; Facilitate compliance of agri-processing establishments, infrastructure and product compliance with relevant prescripts and market requirements; Facilitate on-site advice and support and training on various agri-processing activities; Perform administrative and human capital development functions, liaise with various stakeholders within the sector and represent the department and/or programme on various platforms.
**Remuneration**:
Grade A: R 721 476 - Grade C: R1 084 368 (OSD as prescribed)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

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