Researcher: Soil Science

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

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Providing strategic research direction for the Soil Science programme in harmony with the ARCs 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 in an agricultural and natural resource environment, both nationally and internationally.
Acquisition and maintenance of research equipment, computers, peripherals and specialized software.
Mentoring young scientists/technicians/postgraduate students and discharging duties in a multidisciplinary research team.
Monitoring and evaluation of research and technology development projects, and maintenance of scientific quality standards.
Technology transfer.
Scientific networking, both nationally and internationally.

PhD in Soil Science/Agronomy or equivalent.
The candidate must further have a proven research background across various fields of Soil Science.
Ability to work with communities and conduct fieldwork.
Ability to draft research proposals and generate external project funding.
Willingness to travel away from home for intermediate periods.
Experience in postgraduate student supervision and mentoring, as well as undergraduate student training.
Registration with SACNASP (or evidence that registration could be obtained).
Good communication skills (written and verbal).
Valid drivers license (code 08/EB).

Enquiries: Dr DG Paterson, Email: Garry@arc.agric.zaCLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 29 JULY 2024

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