Research Technician Bacteriology (Three (3) Year Fixed Term Contract) (Roodeplaat)

Research Technician – Bacteriology (3-Year Fixed Term Contract)

Company Overview

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is South Africa’s leading agricultural research institution, dedicated to excellence in research and development across crop and livestock systems.

Position Summary

We seek a qualified Research Technician to support bacteriology research projects focusing on vegetable crops, industrial crops, and medicinal plants. This fixed-term position is based at our Roodeplaat research facility in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement technical activities for plant pathology research projects
• Coordinate bacterial identification through molecular techniques
• Prepare pathogen inoculum and manage field/greenhouse trials
• Develop training materials for farmers and students
• Create public-friendly articles on plant disease prevention
• Maintain research equipment and manage project resources
• Prepare technical reports and support national research initiatives

Requirements

• Essential: National Diploma in Microbiology/Plant Pathology or related field
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
• 2+ years’ experience in bacteriology/plant pathology
• Practical skills in:
  • Disease diagnosis
  • Pathogen identification
  • Basic molecular biology techniques
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Application Details

Closing Date: 25 July 2025

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the ARC’s official recruitment portal.

Employment Notice

The ARC does not charge any fees during the recruitment process. Report any suspicious requests to ARC authorities immediately.