📍 Location: ARC–Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC-VIMP), Roodeplaat, Pretoria
🗓️ Closing Date: 28 October 2025
📄 Contract Duration: 3 Years (Fixed-Term)
💼 Position: Senior Research Technician (Farmer Support, Commercialisation & Enterprise Development)
🧾 Reference Number: VIMP091007
👥 Positions Available: 1
💰 Salary: Market Related
About the Position
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks a Senior Research Technician to join its Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC-VIMP) division at Roodeplaat, Pretoria.
This role focuses on farmer support, commercialisation, and enterprise development, contributing to agricultural innovation and sustainable agribusiness growth through applied research and technology transfer.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Management & Coordination
- Conceptualize, design, and initiate technical research projects.
- Lead all aspects of project management, including:
- Planning & initiation
- Human resource allocation
- Financial management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
2. Research Support, Diagnostics, and Services
- Implement and manage technical research projects.
- Drive innovation and ensure effective adoption, translation, and commercialization of research outputs.
- Provide oversight on project delivery to align with institutional goals.
3. Technology Transfer
- Implement and manage technology transfer initiatives including:
- Intellectual property (IP) assessment
- Prototype development, testing, and validation
- Building strategic technology partnerships
4. Scientific Research & Innovation
- Support innovation, impact measurement, and commercialization of ARC technologies.
- Ensure scientific integrity and measurable outcomes in all research programmes.
5. Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE)
- Ensure compliance with OHS and environmental regulations.
- Oversee laboratory and field safety procedures.
- Manage hazardous material disposal responsibly.
6. Human Capital Development
- Mentor and develop project staff and interns.
- Drive capacity-building initiatives aligned with ARC’s human capital strategy.
- Commit to continuous professional growth.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must meet one of the following qualification pathways:
- MTech degree (or equivalent NQF7) with 2 years applicable experience, OR
- B degree / B Hons / BTech / National Higher Diploma (NQF6) with 6 years applicable experience, OR
- National Diploma (3 years) (NQF5) with 8 years applicable experience.
Additional Requirements:
- Registration with a relevant scientific or professional body will be an advantage.
- Valid driver’s license (essential).
Enquiries
📞 Dr. L. Matsaunyane — Tel: (012) 808 8000
Application Process
Applicants must submit the following:
- A covering letter
- A detailed CV
- Certified copies of ID, driver’s license, and qualifications
- Supporting documentation (including proof of experience and references)
- SAQA evaluation report for foreign qualifications
- Non-RSA citizens must attach certified copies of work permits
📌 Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you do not receive feedback within 4 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- The ARC reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Appointment is subject to positive security clearance and a 6-month probation period for permanent positions.
Employment Equity Commitment
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to Employment Equity and the promotion of diversity in line with the Employment Equity Act. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups.