• Full Time
  • Potchefstroom, South Africa

Agricultural Research Council

Researcher: Farmer Support, Commercialization & Enterprise Development

Agricultural Research Council (ARC) | Roodeplaat, Gauteng

Position Type: Full-Time

About Us

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is South Africa’s premier agricultural research institution committed to excellence in research and development. We drive innovation to advance sustainable agriculture and food security.

Key Requirements

  • ◻ PhD in Biotechnology/Agronomy/Plant Production or related field
  • ◻ Minimum 3 years post-MSc research experience
  • ◻ 3-5 peer-reviewed publications in phytochemical analysis
  • ◻ Expertise in LC-MS/GC-MS analytical techniques
  • ◻ Proven track record in securing research funding
  • ◻ Valid driver’s license

Core Responsibilities

Research Leadership:

  • • Design and execute innovative research projects
  • • Manage project budgets up to R2.5 million
  • • Mentor postgraduate students and junior researchers

Technical Expertise:

  • • Conduct advanced phytochemical analysis
  • • Develop commercial applications for agricultural innovations
  • • Establish national/international research partnerships

Preferred Qualifications

  • • Experience with biologicals development
  • • Knowledge of cultivation R&D processes
  • • Registration with scientific professional body

Application Deadline: 08 October 2025

Submit applications through the ARC careers portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: ARC never requires payment during recruitment. Report suspicious requests immediately.

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