Agricultural Research Council
Researcher Agronomy (Potchefstroom)
Company Overview
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) strives for “Excellence in Agricultural Research and Development” as South Africa’s principal agricultural research institution. We focus on creating innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture and food security.
Key Information
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: Masters/PhD in Agronomy, Crop Science or Horticulture
Experience: 3-5 years (See detailed requirements)
Location: North West Province, South Africa
Field: Agriculture/Research
Role Responsibilities
Research & Project Management
- Lead agronomy research projects from planning to implementation
- Manage project resources, budgets, and risk mitigation
- Conduct field trials and data analysis
- Produce scientific publications and technical reports
Innovation & Collaboration
- Develop new agricultural technologies and solutions
- Establish research partnerships with academic and industry stakeholders
- Secure research funding through proposal writing
Capacity Building
- Mentor junior researchers and students
- Supervise research teams and field staff
Requirements
- PhD/Masters in relevant field with 3-5 peer-reviewed publications
- Proven experience in securing research funding
- Experience in crop modeling (advantageous)
- Valid driver’s license (Code EB)
- Registration with scientific professional body (preferred)
Application Process
Qualified candidates should apply through the ARC recruitment portal. Applications must include:
– Comprehensive CV
– Academic transcripts
– List of publications
– Three professional references
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