PhD funder Bursary Programme at ARC LNR for Agrometeorology / Seed Science/ Agronomy / Environmental Science graduates
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- Jul 23
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE FUNDED PhD BURSARY PROGRAMME: AGROMETEOROLOGY/PLANT PRODUCTION x 2 POSITIONS
The Agricultural Pretoria Central
Job Reference Number: 35
Department: 07 - ISCW
Business Unit:
Industry: Graduates
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 2
Salary: Market Related
The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Natural Resources and Engineering (ARC-NRE), North-West University, University of Free State and University of Mpumalanga.
Job Description
Conduct community-based research trials in agroecological zones to improve agri-food systems.
Develop a detailed baseline study to profile demographics, agricultural practices in selected study areas.
Conduct analysis of natural resources and its influence on agroecosystems.
Conduct research under natural and controlled climatic conditions.
Develop innovative models to incentivize existing smallholder seed producers to expand seed production.
Sampling and preservation of germplasm material from identified crops per farming community.
Genotyping and phenotyping characterisation of selected germplasm material.
Collect and analyse the primary and secondary using qualitative and quantitative research tools.
Make contribution in the writing of reports, scientific manuscripts, and popular papers.
Job Requirements
MSc degree in Agrometeorology / Seed Science/ Agronomy / Environmental Science.
Applicants should be highly motivated graduates with a strong academic background.
Strong analytical and statistical skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to travel to remote areas of South Africa.
Valid driver’s licence (code 08/EB).
Enquiries: Dr G Zuma-Netshiukhwi, Tel: 012 310 2595
Closing Date for Applications: 04 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 organisation reserves the right not to appoint.