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ARC INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME IN AGRICULTURAL RELATED FIELDS

Job Reference Number: ARC-VIMP0980
Department: 09 – RVOPI
Business Unit:
Industry: Academic
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC-Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC– VIMP) seeks to appoint Postgraduate Interns for internship programme at Roodeplaat (Pretoria).

Job Description

PLANT SCIENCES

• Agronomy
• Plant pathology/Virology
• Microbiology
• Plant Breeding
• Soil & Water
• Horticulture
• Analytical Chemistry
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Entomology
• Earth Observation
• Mycology Crop Protection
• Agro-Processing & Product Development
• Natural Products Chemistry
• Remote Sensing
• Bacteriology
• Marker Assisted Breeding
• Data Science
• Environmental Restoration
• Mine Rehabilitation Crop Protection
• Nematology
• Weed Science

BIOTECHNOLOGY

• Bioinformatics
• Genome Engineering Novel Crop Development in Plants
• Molecular Breeding in Plants
• Molecular Pathology in Plants and Animals
• Biofuels and Renewable Energy
• Plant Tissue Culture and Food Science
• Classical Virology
• Aquaculture
• Zoology
• Life Sciences
• Ethnoveterinary Medicine
• Biochemistry
• Veterinary Technology
• Taxonomy
• Genetics
• Veterinary Virology
• Toxicology

AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING

• Agricultural Mechanization
• Irrigation Engineering
• Farm Structure and farm Infrastructure
• Post-Harvest and Agro-Processing
• Agrometeorology
• Bio-resource Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Precision Agricultural

ANIMAL SCIENCES

• Food Science/Technology
• Animal Science
• Meat Science
• Animal Nutrition
• Rangeland or Pasture Genetics
• Immunology
• Food Safety
• Classical Virology
• Aquaculture
• Zoology

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree, Bachelor’s degree Honours and Master’s in Agricultural Qualifications. 
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

VALUE OF STIEPEND PER ANNUM: R100 000 – R120 000 Non-Taxable

Enquiries: Ms. Ronewa Makungo or Ms. Regina Makhura Tel: 012 808 8000

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 29 AUGUST 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 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 organization reserves the right not to appoint.

SENIOR RESEARCHER: EPIDEMIOLOGY AND TRAINING

Job Reference Number: ARC-OVR10/51
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

• Manage the Unit by way of packaging ARC-OVR knowledge and technologies into training interventions.
• Establish the ARC-OVR as a premier training institution for continuing education and short courses in animal health for farmers, animal health technicians, vets and related professions.
• Collaborate with sister institutions including institutions of higher learning in delivering agricultural support services at community level.
• Establish the ARC-OVR as the institution of choice for continental and regional training hub for laboratory short courses in Animal Health.
• Ensure participation of communities in the research and development agenda.
• Manage courses and trainer schedule for smooth running of the Unit.
• Ensure accreditation of ARC-OVR as an agricultural training provider and accreditation of ARC-OVR courses.
• Ensure capacity building of researchers and technicians as trainers, assessors and moderator.
• Collaborate with extension services of DoA for continuous technology upgrade of extension officers.
• Generate income from training.
• Advise research programs, including statistical analysis, surveillance systems, and public health improvement.
• Investigate diseases or parasites to determine cause and risk factors, progress, life cycle, or mode of transmission.
• Plan and advise research studies to investigate human or animal disease, preventive methods, and treatments for disease.
• Plan, administer and evaluate health safety standards and programs to improve public health, conferring with health department, industry personnel, physicians and others.
• Provide expertise in the design, management and evaluation of study protocols and research questionnaires, sample selection and analysis.
• Conduct research to develop methodologies, instrumentation and procedures for veterinary application, analyzing data and presenting findings.
• Consult with and advise researchers, DoA, NDoH officials and others regarding veterinary applications of sciences, such as physics, biology, and chemistry.
• Supervise professional, technical and clerical personnel.
• Identify and analyze public health issues related to foodborne parasitic diseases and their impact on public policies or scientific studies or surveys.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc)/ Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (BVMCh) with MSc (PhD will be an added advantage).
• Experience in epidemiology and training.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in a similar environment.
• Knowledge of science and agricultural landscape.
• Knowledge of Agricultural Education and training framework.
• Knowledge of Qualification framework and national skills framework.
• Knowledge of research study design and evaluation.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and surveillance systems.
• Knowledge of public health and One Health systems.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Public speaking essential.
• Conceptual and analytical skills.
• Project management skills.
• Presentation skills.

Enquiries: Dr Alison Lubisi – Tel: (012) 529 9338

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 03 SEPTEMBER 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 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.

PAYROL ADMINISTRATOR

Job Reference Number: CO123
Department: 01 – CENTRAL OFFICE
Business Unit:
Industry: Human Resources
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC- Central Office (ARC-CO) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Hatfield, Pretoria:

Job Description

• Ensure accurate employee static data is in line with statutory requirements.
• Implement adequate payroll processes to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
• Review of static data after system updates to ensure all is correct.
• Check correctness of information provided by HCM i.e. overtime, standby allowance, leave gratuity, long service allowance, wages hours and timesheets.
• Apply for tax directive on eFiling.
• Process changes to medical aid, trade unions, retirement funds.
• Validation of correctness of payroll inputs by issuing the variance report to HCM before payments for each pay run i.e. weekly, monthly for the 15th and end of the month.
• Ensure that the S&T import file is imported correctly for weekly payment.
• Processing of payroll related payment journals for each payment processed.
• Check the correctness of the salary journals before rolling over to the next period.
• Reconciliation of payroll accounts.
• Ensure pay slips and IRP5’s are sent to ESS on time.
• Ensure filling of employee records is properly filed for easy retrieval.
• Prepare monthly external payment files and send files for payment.
• Prepare the EMP201 and filing thereof on eFiling and processing of payments timely to maintain compliance.
• Send UIF Declarations to the Department of Labour.
• Do validations to ensure employee data, meet SARS requirements.                      
• Liaise with HR personnel with employee payroll related matters.

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Payroll Administration or related qualification.
• Experience /training in SAGE 300 People is essential.
• Two (2) years’ relevant payroll experience.
• Proficiency in the MS Office suite.
• Good understanding of financial concepts and payroll.
• Knowledge Legislation, e.g., Income Tax, BCEA, Pension Fund Rules and Medical Schemes.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to resolve problems.
• Deadline driven and analytic thinker.
• Ability to build relationships.

Enquiries: MS Thuso Rahube, Tel: (012) 427-9756

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 27 AUGUST 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.

INTERNSHIP POSITIONS X8 IN MILK RECORDING AND IMPROVEMENT SCHEME TO BE PLACED IN THE FOLLOWING PROVINCES: 2X GAUTENG (IRENE); 2X FREE STATE (BLOEMFONTEIN); 2X KZN (CEDARA) AND 2X WESTERN CAPE (STELLENBOSCH) (4-YEAR FIXED CONTRACT)

Job Reference Number: AP-64
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Animal Production (ARC-AP), Irene, Pretoria

Job Description

• Provide Milk recording and improvement services to dairy farmers.
• Support the recruitment of new dairy farmers in Milk Recording and Improvement Scheme.
• Participate in the training and re-training dairy farmers. 
• Support the marketing of the scheme to enhance participation and growth.
• Visit farmers for Milk Recording and Improvement Scheme purposes.
• Train new participants in Milk Recording and Improvement Scheme.
• Assists milk recording participants with interpretation of management reports and give feedback to improve their dairy enterprise.
• Attends farmers days, auctions and shows to be actively involved and to build public relations.
• Draw up Milk Recording input data for processing monthly reports
• Complete travel and subsistence forms.

Job Requirements

• National Diploma in Animal Production.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite
• Good communication skills written and verbal.
• Valid Driver’s License will be advantage.

NB: Applicants must choose only one province they want to be place in.

Enquires: Mr R Groenveld, Tel: 012 672 9079

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 AUGUST 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 
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

SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN IN MILK RECORDING AND IMPROVEMENT SCHEME FOR (FOUR YEARS (4) FIXED TERM CONTRACT) (IRENE)

Job Reference Number: AP-65
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Animal Production (ARC-AP), Irene, Pretoria

Job Description

• Identify, Recruit and Service Smallholder Farmers into the Milk Recording Scheme  
• Train new members, and Research technicians and Interns in the technical skills of the MRS.
• Carry out control/check tests to gather data.
• Collect and check milk recording data from members and ensure integrity of data collection
• Collects, captures, processes and interprets technical data and makes internal project recommendations.
• Regular calibration of test meters and apparatus with modified equipment for accuracy.
• Correspond with members regarding control test results and give advice when deviations in milking systems and techniques appear during sample taking.
• Assists milk recording participants with interpretation of management reports and give feedback to improve their dairy enterprise.
• Handle enquiries regarding missing or faulty information 
• Interact with internal (Breeding, ARTs, Nutrition & Dairy processing). and external (AI industry) stakeholders to arrange training and technology transfer interventions
• Assists with arranging and coordination of farmer’s days, training sessions and workshops. 
• Compile monthly reports and assist with compiling and managing budgets, adheres to financial administrative controls.
• Together with Project Manager, co-ordinates and contributes towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans.
• Together with the Project Manager, renders diagnostic, technical and other services at a national level.
• Market the Schemes through marketing initiatives.
• Adheres to quality standards.
• Complies with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures. 

Job Requirements

• M-Tech. Degree in Animal Production (or equivalent NQF8) with 2 years applicable experience / B-Tech.in Animal Production (or equivalent NQF7 ) with 6 years applicable experience / National Diploma in Animal Production                (or equivalent NQF6) with 8 years applicable experience. 
• Knowledge on maintenance of equipment and infrastructure needed for research. 
• Knowledge of safety standards as prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in MS Office suite. 
• A valid driver’s license. 



Enquiries: Enquires: Mr R Groenveld, Tel: (012) 672 9079

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 26 AUGUST 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 
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

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW: MEAT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, IRENETWO YEARS (2) FIXED CONTRACT) RE-ADVERT

Job Reference Number: AP54
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC- Animal Production (ARC- AP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Irene.

Job Description

• Conducting research in Meat Science and Technology ,
•  Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources if applicable,
• Collects, captures and processes data,
• Publishes semi-scientific and peer-reviewed articles, and publishes in journals with a high impact factor,
• Draw up monthly reports with regard to research progress and data statistics,
• Attends scientific gatherings, workshops, seminars, e.t.c.
• Dissemination of the research results in scientific platforms, locally and internationally,
• Dissemination of results to the general public platforms
• Participate in national and international networking-related activities
• Assist in managing undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, within the research group.
• Provides input in the optimisation of new technologies,
• Pro-actively provide technical input within the context of the research projects
• Comply to all occupational health and safety regulations,
•  Meet peer norm requirements for specific field of expertise, by recognising authorship or Contributions
• Assists in training junior staff and identifies and participates in own learning opportunities

Job Requirements

• A PhD in Food Science/Technology
• A proven research background in agriculture and Food Science related disciplines,
• Ability to work with students,
• Good communication skills (written and verbal),
• Registration with relevant scientific registration body, will be an added advantage.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite
• A valid South African Code B (08) driver’s license

 NB: Those who applied must not re-apply.

Enquiries: Dr Ennet Moholisa: Tel: (012) 672 9324

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  21 July 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.

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.

MSC STUDENT- DAIRY SCIENCE (2 YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

Job Reference Number: AP83
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Animal Production (ARC-AP), Irene, Pretoria.

Job Description

• Conduct dairy processing trials and evaluations in alignment with research objectives, including product development, process optimization, and quality/safety testing of dairy products.
• Contribute scientific knowledge towards the research project objectives.
• Assist with compiling project budgets and purchases.
• Operate and maintain facility material and equipment.
• Provide research support, diagnostics, and other project services.
• Collect, capture, and process data with basic analysis.
• Provide verbal/written reports on work activities and results.
• Optimize laboratory equipment and processing systems.
• Assist in the preparation for presentations.
• Assist in writing of proposals and scientific articles
• Render diagnostic, technical and other project services.
• Comply with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

• BSc Honours, BSc, or B-Tech in Food Science, Food Technology, or Consumer Science.
• Understanding of the basic principles of scientific research.
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge or practical experience in dairy processing will be an advantage.

Enquiries: Ms. Tondani Neluvhalani Tel: 012 672 9252

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 25 August 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.   

JUNIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: AQUACULTURE ( 1 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

Job Reference Number: AP79
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Animal Production (ARC-AP), Irene, Pretoria.

Job Description

Project Management & Coordination

• The Junior Research Technician assists with technical projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of project management.
• Research planning and Initiation
• Project Finances.
• Project technical risk management.

Research Support, Diagnostics and Other Services

• The Junior Research Technician assists with conducting technical projects.  These activities include the following activities.
• Adoption, management, and use.
• Translation.
• Commercialisation.

Technology Transfer

• The Junior Research Technician assists with technology transfer initiatives in the institution; these are as follows.
• Intellectual Property Assessment.
• Prototype Development.
• Testing and Validation.

Scientific Status Requirements

• assisting with scientific research; these include the following activities.
• Innovation and Commercialisation.
• Project / Programme impact.

Safety, health, and Environment

• The Junior Research Technician is responsible for assisting with safety, health and environment compliance and standards, these include the following activities.
• Regulatory Compliance.
• Lab safety.
• Hazardous material disposal.

Human Capital Development

• The Junior Research Technician is responsible for Human capacity development, which includes.
• Self and continuous learning.
• Assists in projects or performs routine activities under supervision.
• Coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated HR resources if applicable.
• Adheres to financial administrative controls.
• Adheres to work plans
• Utilises equipment and materials
• Provides research support, diagnostics, and other services.
• Collects and captures data under supervision
• Provides verbal/written feedback on work activities
• Adheres to quality standards
• Assists in the preparation for presentations
• Assists in optimising of equipment and/or processes and/or systems under
• Assists with basic activities related to research services
• Is aware of Intellectual Property opportunities
• Assists in training junior staff.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 (or equivalent) with 6 years relevant experience in Aquaculture, Animal Sciences, Biology.
• 2 years practical experience and technical knowledge of rearing and managing freshwater fish
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in management of large data sets.
• Knowledge on safety standards as prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Enquiries: Dr, Mary Jane Thaela – Chimuka: Tel: (012) 672 9316

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  25 AUGUST 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.

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.

MSC STUDENTS X3 – ANIMAL BREEDING & GENETICS (2 YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

Job Reference Number: AP82
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Animal Production (ARC-AP), Irene, Pretoria.

Job Description

• Contribute knowledge towards the research project objectives.
• Disseminate technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles.
• Analytical problem solving.
• Provide research support, diagnostics, and other project services.
• Collect, capture, and process data with basic analysis.
• Provide verbal/written reports on work activities and results to supervisor.
• Optimize laboratory equipment and processing systems.
• Comply with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

• BSc (honours) Agricultural Science degree in Animal Science.
• Understanding of basic principles of research.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.

Enquiries: Prof Mahlako Makgahlela Tel: 012 672 9282

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 25 August 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.   

MSc STUDENT– GERMPLASM CONSERVATION & REPRODUCTIVE BIOTECHNOLOGY (2 YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

Job Reference Number: AP81
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit:
Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Animal Production (ARC-AP), Irene, Pretoria.

Job Description

• Synchronization and artificial insemination in cows.
• Bull semen collection, evaluation and freezing/cryopreservation.
• Contribute scientific knowledge towards the research project objectives.
• Assist with compiling project budgets and purchases.
• Operate and maintain facility material and equipment.
• Provide research support, diagnostics, and other project services.
• Collect, capture, and process data with basic analysis.
• Provide verbal/written reports on work activities and results.
• Optimize laboratory equipment and processing systems.
• Assist in the preparation for presentations.
• Assist in writing of proposals and scientific articles
• Render diagnostic, technical and other project services.
• Comply with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

• BSc or BSc honours in Animal Science.
• Understanding of basic principles of research.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.

Enquiries: Dr Masindi Mphaphathi Tel: 012 672 9337

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 25 AUGUST 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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