Research Assistant Agro-processing (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)
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Job Location:
Stellenbosch - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Support agro-processing research.
- Perform technology transfer in agro-processing.
- Implement safe agro-processing strategies in rural areas.
- Support in developing applicable project proposals.
- Compile internal/external progress reports.
- Supervision of agro-processing staff.
- Collaborate with appropriate ARC Institutes on designated projects.
- Comply with OHS regulations.
- Minimum Grade 12.
- Knowledge/experience in food processing operations and preservation techniques.
- Knowledge in Food Microbiology and its application in preservation techniques.
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- General experience within research environment.
- Willingness to work in rural communities.
ENQUIRIES: DR NEIL JOLLY TEL:
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21 NOVEMBER 2025
A 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 as well as competency and leadership assessments.
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 drivers license must be attached on the form.
A 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. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- DNA Isolation
- Stata
- Biochemistry
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Molecular Biology
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
