• Full Time
  • Stellenbosch, South Africa

Agricultural Research Council

Research Technician: Agronomy (Roodeplaat)

3-Year Fixed Term Contract | Gauteng

Key Requirements

  • • National Diploma/BTech in Horticulture/Crop Production
  • • 2+ years crop production experience
  • • Hydroponic/Medicinal Plant experience preferred
  • • Valid driver’s license

Core Responsibilities

  • • Plan and conduct field/greenhouse trials for vegetable/medicinal crops
  • • Manage research data collection and analysis
  • • Maintain project equipment and resources
  • • Assist with technical reports and budget management
  • • Support technology transfer through training/workshops

Preferred Skills

  • • Knowledge of irrigation systems and pest management
  • • Experience with indigenous crops
  • • Soil water monitoring techniques
  • • Strong communication abilities

Application Deadline: 06 August 2025

Submit applications via ARC Careers Portal

Note: This position requires hands-on fieldwork and technical reporting. Candidates should be prepared to work with agricultural research teams in both controlled and open-field environments.

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