Research Assistant Plant Breeding (Three (3) Year Fixed Term Contract) X2 (One Based At Loskop [...]

Agricultural Research Council; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A government research institution is seeking a Research Assistant for Plant Breeding on a three-year fixed term contract. Responsibilities include performing plant breeding activities, assisting with sample collection, and providing general research support. Candidates should have a relevant educational background in Crop Protection or Agronomy and necessary experience in agricultural practices. The position is based in Gauteng, Pretoria, with an application deadline of August 7, 2025.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) plus 3 years relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy.
• Or Grade 10 (NFQ 2) plus 8 years relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy.
• Experience in cultivation and maintenance of vegetable crops.
• Experience in greenhouse sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine activities related to plant breeding under supervision.
• Assist with seed harvesting, cleaning, sorting and storage.
• Coordinate work activities and supervise resources if applicable.
• Provide feedback on work activities to supervisors.

Skills

Cultivation and maintenance of vegetable crops

Effective utilization of tools and implements

Competence in herbicide and pesticide applications

Education

Grade 12 (NQF 4)

Relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy

Job description

Job title : Research Assistant Plant Breeding (Three (3) Year Fixed Term Contract) X2 (One Based At Loskop Research Station, Groblersdal; One Based At Roodeplaat, Pretoria) (Roodeplaat)

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria Deadline : August 11, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Description

Performs routine activities related to plant breeding under supervision.

Performs sample collection and processing under supervision.

Assists with seed harvesting, cleaning, sorting and storage.

Assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources, if applicable.

Adheres to work plans and timeously provide verbal and written feedback on work activities and challenges encountered to supervisor.

Provides general research support.

Visible compliance with Human Resource policies and procedures and Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Grade 12 (NQF 4) plus 3 years relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy.

Or Grade 10 (NFQ 2) plus 8 years relevant experience in Crop Protection or Agronomy.

Relevant experience in cultivation and maintenance of vegetable crops, including land preparations, planting, weeding, harvesting, fertilizer applications and irrigation set-up.

Relevant experience in greenhouse sanitation practices, growth media preparations and seedling / plantlet production.

Effective utilization of tools, implements and research materials.

Competence in herbicide and pesticide applications will be an added advantage.

Valid drivers’ license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION : 07 AUGUST 2025

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