Project Coordinator

The Agricultural Research Council; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a postgraduate student to undertake MSc studies in Crop Protection and Agronomy. This role involves providing research support to various projects, engaging with stakeholders, and disseminating findings through publications and conferences. The opportunity allows for active participation in identifying new business avenues and contributing to technical reports. If you are passionate about agricultural research and eager to make an impact, this position offers a unique chance to grow and develop within a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• Engagement with stakeholders in research projects.
• Dissemination of research results through publications.

Responsibilities

• Support ARC-SG research projects as a postgraduate student.
• Compile technical and research reports.

Education

MSc in Crop Protection or Agronomy

Job description

• Undertake MSc studies for three years at ARC-SG within the DALRRD program in the fields of Crop Protection, Agronomy, Germplasm development of Small Grain
• Provide research support to ARC-SG research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student,
• Engage with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects,
• Disseminate project results through, scientific or popular publications, conferences and peer-reviewed publications.
• Participate in the compilation of technical, research reports and participate in the identification of new business opportunities.