Researcher Molecular Biology

• Initiate/manage research projects on molecular markers and other applications in fruit trees.
• Write publications/present research outcomes to stakeholders and the scientific community.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to Research Technicians Assistants and Students.
• Develop tools for molecular breeding and marker assisted selection in fruit trees.
• Liaise with growers industry technical officers and national and provincial government.

• PhD in Plant Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Genetics/Life Sciences.
• Knowledge of molecular biology applications in plants.
• Compile reports and make presentations.
• Manage project budgets and allocate resources.
• Mentor and supervise Research Technicians Assistants and Students.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an advantage.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Code EB drivers licence and ability to drive.

Enquiries: Dr Elliosha Hajari Email:

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 14 MAY 2026

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. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months probation 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. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.