Job Ref #: ARC-NRE80
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1

Job Description

• Providing strategic research direction for the Soil Science programme in harmony with the ARC’s Strategic Plan,
• Pro-active personnel management in terms of application and effective utilization to maintain and strengthen the core of expertise within the Soil Science discipline,
• Recruitment of funding and project management and in an agricultural and natural resource environment, both nationally and internationally,
• Acquisition and maintenance of research equipment, computers, peripherals and specialized software,
• Postgraduate student supervision, mentorship and research team leadership,
• Monitoring and evaluation of research and technology development projects, and maintenance of scientific quality standards,
• Scientific networking, both nationally and internationally,
• Technology Transfer,
• Plans and co-ordinates technical projects,
• Ensures optimal utilisation of resources,
• Undertake the development of new research projects which include proper planning, design implementation,

Job Requirements

• PhD in Soil Science/Agronomy or any related qualification.
• The candidate must further have a proven research background across various fields in Soil Science.
• Minimum of two (2) peer-reviewed publications.
• Proven record of writing proposals and participating as a speaker nationally as part of Master's and PhD studies.
• Must be able to show competence in presenting research results.
• Ability to work with communities and conduct fieldwork.
• Willingness to travel away from home for intermediate periods.
• A valid driver's license (Code 8/EB) is required.
• Experience in student supervision and mentoring.
• Registration with SACNASP (or evidence that registration could be obtained),
• Ability to work with communities and conduct fieldwork,
• Good communication skills (written and verbal),

Enquiries: Dr GG Jezile, Tel: 012 310 2500

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 28 APRIL 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. 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.