Food Science Plant Scientist – 3-Year Contract

Western Cape Government

Stellenbosch

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 540,000

Part time

13 days ago

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Western Cape Government, Department of Agriculture, invites applications for the position of Candidate Scientist (Food Science): Plant Sciences – a 3 year contract based in Elsenburg, near Stellenbosch. The role supports research, assessment, evaluation, and innovation to aid the development of the agri-processing sector.

The successful candidate will contribute to advisory support and research activities within plant sciences, leveraging food science knowledge to advance agri-processing

Job description

Western Cape Government, Department of Agriculture, invites applications for the position of Candidate Scientist (Food Science): Plant Sciences – a 3 year contract based in Elsenburg, near Stellenbosch. The role supports research, assessment, evaluation, and innovation to aid the development of the agri-processing sector.

The successful candidate will contribute to advisory support and research activities within plant sciences, leveraging food science knowledge to advance agri-processing

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