Research Assistant Insect Ecology (Roodeplaat)

Job title: Research Assistant Insect Ecology (Roodeplaat)

Job Location: Gauteng, Tshwane

Deadline: May 02, 2025

Description

• Assist with mass-rearing of insects in the insectary.
• Provision and maintenance of test plants in nursery and glasshouse facilities.
• Assist with laboratory trails.
• Assist with field surveys and data collection.
• Assist with technology transfer initiative with farmers.
• Cleaning and basic maintenance of laboratory and field equipment.
• Records keeping for plant and insect production.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (or equivalent/RPL).
• Diploma in Plant Protection/Plant Production will be an advantage.
• Prior experience of insect and plant rearing will be an advantage.
• Basic level of computer literacy (email, data entry onto spreadsheets).
• Ability to undertake tasks without micro-supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team, under instruction.
• Able to travel and work in the field, with occasional extended work hours if required.
• Code B/EB drivers' license.
• Driving experience would be an advantage.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Research Services