• Full Time
  • Nelspruit, South Africa

Agricultural Research Council

Agricultural Research Council – Senior Research Technician Opportunity

Position:

Senior Research Technician – Agronomy (Hemp) (2 Positions)
Location: Roodeplaat, Gauteng
Contract Position

“Excellence in Agricultural Research and Development”
As South Africa’s principal agricultural research institution, we drive innovation through cutting-edge research and technical expertise.

Key Requirements:

  • ▸ MSc/MTech in Agronomy, Horticulture, or related field
  • ▸ Minimum 2 years agronomic research experience
  • ▸ Specialized knowledge of hemp/cannabis production systems
  • ▸ Proven ability to design and manage field trials
  • ▸ Valid driver’s license with regional travel readiness

Core Responsibilities:

  • • Lead research project planning and resource coordination
  • • Conduct advanced agronomic trials and data analysis
  • • Develop technical reports and present findings
  • • Manage research facilities and equipment
  • • Ensure safety compliance and team supervision

Preferred Assets:

  • • Experience with crop physiology research
  • • Technical publication record
  • • Proficiency in statistical analysis software

Application Notice:

Application Deadline: 06 September 2025
Applications must be submitted through the ARC official recruitment portal

Important: No application fees required at any stage. Report any payment requests immediately.

The ARC is committed to employment equity and workforce transformation. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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