Range & Forage Sciences Internship POSITIONS (X16 Posts) At The Agricultural Research Council (ARC)
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.
RANGE & FORAGE SCIENCES: INTERNS X (10) TEN WESTERN CAPE /GAUTENG (THREE YEARS (3) FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
RANGE & FORAGE SCIENCES: INTERNS X (6) SIX ARC ROODEPLAAT/IRENE (THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Key Performance Areas:
- Participates in planning and coordinating field trips.
- Conduct veld condition assessment in various biomes of South Africa.
- Data capturing.
- Participate in the successful transfer of scientific technology i.e. compilation reports, oral and poster presentations.
- Pro-actively provide technical input within the context of the research project/s.
- To contribute to research by rendering desired support to research staff and to optimise the utilisation of resources in the most cost effective and efficient manner.
- To utilise and maintain facilities, apparatus and equipment.
- To comply with the Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Requirements:
- A PhD /MSc/ BSc or National Diploma in Botany/Plant Ecology/Agriculture or related Degree.
- Must intend to register for an MSc or PhD to work on long-term veld monitoring.
- Knowledge on maintenance of equipment and infrastructure needed for research.
- Understanding of basic principles of research.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
Enquiries: Dr. TJ Tjelele, Tel: (012) 672 9314
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 South African citizens.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and nationality) must be attached on the form.
* Click on the link to apply: Range and Forage Science Interns x6 Waterscape: https://forms.office.com/r/6NtmeeSXXi
* Click on the link to apply: Range and Forage Science Interns x10 Roodeplaat /Irene: https://forms.office.com/r/Rnk9nFFj2A
NB: Non-RSA Citizens/work permit holders must attach certified copies) as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 19 DECEMBER 2023