Department of Agriculture Funded Phd

7 hours ago

Pretoria, South Africa The Agricultural Research Council Full time

Conduct studies of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in agricultural systems.
- Develop a carbon management tool architecture and framework.
- Build a carbon management software tool.
- Develop a plan for implementation and testing of carbon management tools.
- Collect and analyze primary and secondary data.
- Write reports and scientific articles.
- **PhD**bursary**:MSc degree in Computer Science / Information Technology / Data Science / Information Systems.
- **MSc**bursary**:BSc Honours degree in Computer Science / Information Technology / Data Science / Information Systems.
- Applicants should be highly motivated graduates with a strong academic background.
- Strong background in software development.
- Proficiency in one of the scientific programming languages (R, Python, Java, etc.) is essential.
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- Valid driver’s licence (code 08/EB).

**Enquiries: Dr ME Moeletsi, Tel: 012 310 2500**

**CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 26 JUNE 2025**

Preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver’s license must be attached on the form.

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