• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

Agricultural Research Council

ARC PDP Doctoral Bursary in Agricultural Sciences (Roodeplaat)

Job Type: Contract
Qualification: Master’s Degree
Location: Gauteng
Field: Agriculture/Agro-Allied

About ARC

The Agricultural Research Council strives for “Excellence in Agricultural Research and Development,” serving as South Africa’s premier institution for innovative agricultural solutions.

Available Research Fields

Plant Sciences

  • Agronomy | Soil & Water Analysis | Crop Protection
  • Plant Pathology | Horticulture | GIS Mapping
  • Agro-Processing | Entomology | Data Science

Biotechnology

  • Bioinformatics | Molecular Breeding | Aquaculture
  • Genetic Engineering | Veterinary Science | Toxicology

Agricultural Engineering

  • Irrigation Systems | Agro-Meteorology
  • Precision Agriculture | Post-Harvest Technology

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Agriculture or related field
  • Proof of registration/accepted Ph.D. candidate at a SA university
  • Commitment to register within 2 months of appointment

Bursary Terms

  • R160,000 annual stipend (non-taxable, monthly installments)
  • ARC mentorship provided for research projects
  • Mandatory workplace training during academic breaks
  • Self-funded tuition/accommodation

Application Deadline

05 August 2025

How to Apply

Submit applications via ARC’s recruitment portal at arc.mcidirecthire.com

Important: No payments required for recruitment processes. Candidates cover personal expenses.

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