Msc Student- Plant Breeding X5 (Two Years Fixed Term Contract)
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Job Location:
Potchefstroom - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Key Performance Areas:
- Provide research support to Plant Breeding research projects as an affiliated post-graduate student.
- Engage with fellow students technical staff researchers and outside collaborators involved in the projects.
- Engage with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects.
- Disseminate project results through scientific or popular publications conferences and peer-reviewed publications.
- Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures
Requirements:
- BSc (Hons) in Agriculture/Crop Science/Plant Production with Modules in Genetics and Plant Breeding.
- Demonstrated capacity to conduct research at Honours level.
- Must be a South African Citizen.
- Valid drivers licence will be an added advantage.
NB: Please attach qualification certificates an academic transcript and proof of registration for the MSc.
Enquiries: Dr Kingstone Mashingaidze Tel:
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 03 MARCH 2026
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 a covering letter a detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates supporting documents proof of University registration a copy of the drivers license as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be attached to the form.
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.
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