ARC Vacancies

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JUNIOR RESEARCHER (RE-ADVERT)

Job Reference Number: ARC-OVR10/61
Department: 10 – OVI
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC-Onderstepoort Veterinary Research (ARC-OVR) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Onderstepoort, Pretoria.

Job Description

• Molecular diagnostics.
• Research support in diagnostic assay development for molecular and serological tests.
• Manages equipment and research materials.
• Develops capacity at an appropriate level within the division.
• Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
• Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

• BSc (Hons) / MSc degree in Biological Sciences / MTech in Veterinary Technology.
• Three (3) years relevant experience post-degree qualification.
• SAVC registration as Veterinary Technologist.
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications (minimum of 1).

Enquiries: Dr Boitumelo Maboko: Tel: (012) 529 9217

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 16 OCTOBER 2025

This is a re-advertisement position and those who has previously applied are encouraged to re-apply.

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 and 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 driver’s 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.

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RESEARCHER PEST CONTROL

Job Reference Number: ARC-VIMP09100
Department: 09 – RVOPI
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC-VIMP), Roodeplaat, Pretoria.

Job Description

Project Management & Coordination

The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of the projects:

• Research planning and initiation.
• Equipment and Research Materials.
• Project Human Resources.
• Project Finances.
• Risk Management and Mitigation.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.

Research, Development, and Innovation

The Researcher is responsible for conducting research, development and supporting innovation These include supporting the following research aspects:

• Invention.
• Translation.
• Commercialization.
• Adoption and Use.

Research Collaboration
The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities these include:

• Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.
• Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships.

Human Capacity Building

The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of 

• Project staff and students.
• Self

Job Requirements

• PhD in Entomology, Nematology, Crop Protection, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years post-MSc research experience in pest control of crops.
• Authored or co-authored 3 to 5 peer-reviewed publications relevant to the field.
• Demonstrated ability to secure external funding for research projects.
• Experience in pests of vegetable or industrial crops will be an added advantage.
• Registration with a recognized scientific or professional body is desirable.
• NRF rating will be considered a strong advantage.
• Valid driver’s license.

Enquiries: Dr Diedrich Visser, Tel: (012) 808 8000 

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 13 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 driver’s license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies.

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FARM ASSISTANT: FACILITIES X4

Job Reference Number: ARC/TSC03/67
Department: 03 – ITSC- Nelspruit
Business Unit:
Industry: Horticulture/Agriculture
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 4
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Tropical & Subtropical Crops (ARC-TSC) Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.

Job Description

• Carrying out Farm practices as directed by the Farm management and/or a Researcher.
• Use and maintenance of tools and equipment that are made available.
• Carrying out manual tasks as assigned by Supervisors.
• Observance of Occupational Health and Safety instructions on the use of appropriate protective clothing.

Job Requirements

• Grade 10 with 2 years’ experience and/ or exposure to the fruit farming environment.
• Understanding of basic agricultural practices.
• Basic knowledge on manual operation of farm equipment and machinery.
• Experience in the construction industry (plumbing, carpentry, building etc) will be an added advantage.
• Good communication skills written and verbal.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Willing to work under adverse weather conditions.

Enquiries: Mr Golden Lubisi: Email: LubisiG@arc.agric.za

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 OCTOBER 2025

NB: Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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 driver’s 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.

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JUNIOR RESEARCHER: SOIL & WATER SCIENCE

Job Reference Number: ARC-TSC03/66
Department: 03 – ITSC
Business Unit:
Industry: Horticulture/Agriculture
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Tropical & Subtropical Crops (ARC-TSC) Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.

Job Description

• Initiate, conduct, coordinate and manage field experiments under the Soil and Water Science program focusing on irrigation of fruit trees, in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time.
• Develop project proposals in line with strategic goals and research themes of the ARC.
• Ensure that the allocated budgets are managed in a cost-effective and proactive manner, including timeous execution of financial administrative activities/tasks in compliance with the prescribed financial procedures and policies of the ARC.
• Ensure that allocated personnel and students are mentored, trained, utilized and evaluated to achieve the targets of the program and ultimately the ARC.
• Contribute to the status of the ARC through high quality research findings in compliance with expected scientific standards.
• Actively identifies and pursues business opportunities and participates in the dissemination and marketing of information through national conferences and workshops.
• Actively seeks to advance personal knowledge and expertise in monitoring tree water use and physiological response to water status.
• Maintains adequate communications network with national scientists and funding organizations, as well as farmers and producers.

Job Requirements

• MSc degree in Agriculture majoring in Soil Science.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge & experience in fruit irrigation.
• Knowledge and skills in interpreting soil analysis results.
• Project management, planning and organizing skills.
• Knowledge in human capacity development and financial management.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license.

Enquiries: Dr Reckson Mulidzi: Tel: (021) 809 3070

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 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 driver’s 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.

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HCM ADMINISTRATOR

Job Reference Number: ARC-INFR0428
Department: 04 – INFRUITEC
Business Unit:
Industry: Human Resources
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC-Deciduous Fruit, Vines, and Wine (ARC Infruitec-Nietvoorbij) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Stellenbosch.

Job Description

• Render and maintain quality Human Capital administration services that conform to personnel needs and those of the ARC.
• Ensure that all human resources administration queries are dealt with in an accurate, timeous and professional matter.
• Assist with coordination of performance management system.
• Update staff records (appointments, resignations, terminations dismissals, transfers, promotions, leave reports, etc.).
• Coordinate staff recruitment and selection process.
• Administration of labour relations.
• Effectively coordinate the reconciliation process of HR instruction to payroll.
• Render and maintain a quality Pension/Provident Fund administrative service.
• Update employees’ information on the HC system.
• Assist in the coordination of the reconciliation process of HC instructions to payroll.
• Administration of conditions of service.

Job Requirements

• National Diploma in Human Resources Management or Equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years HR administration experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant HR legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Computer skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Fully bilingual.
• Code B Driver’s License.

Enquiries: Mr P Jacobs, Tel: (021) 809 – 3393

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 13 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 driver’s license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.

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