Intern Nematology (One Year (1) Fixed Term Contract)
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Job Location:
Nelspruit - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Provide research support to Nematology research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student.
- Engage with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects.
- Provide technology transfer to small-holder farmers.
- Disseminate project results through peer-reviewed or popular publications and presentations at conferences.
- Provide support with diagnostic services by helping with nematode extractions for clients and internal projects.
- Collect capture process and interpret field data and make internal project recommendations.
- Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures
- BSc in Agriculture Biological Sciences Crop Protection Plant Production Agronomy Horticulture/Environmental Sciences.
- Applicants should be highly motivated graduates with a strong academic background.
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- Must be willing to travel to remote villages.
- A valid drivers license will be an added advantage.
Enquiries: Dr Grace Tefu: Email:
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 23 OCTOBER 2025
Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. Applications accompanied by covering letter detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates supporting documents copy of drivers license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form. SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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