Researcher - Environmental Sciences Industry ( [email protected] )

Pty; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Pty is seeking a dependable researcher in Randburg to support various company projects. You will align methodologies with research goals, collect and interpret data, and present findings to management and stakeholders. Strong MS Office skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities include desktop research, data analysis, report writing, maintaining databases, and assisting with budgets and schedules. A bachelor's degree is required; a master's is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in research or similar qualification is required.
• Master's degree will be highly desirable.
• Experience in a research field is an advantage.
• Sound understanding of research methodologies.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Strong statistical and mathematical aptitude.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Practical experience in database management.
• Attention to detail and strong written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting research specifications and developing a work plan that satisfies requirements.
• Conducting desktop research using books, journals, newspapers, questionnaires, surveys, polls, and interviews.
• Analyzing and interpreting patterns and trends.
• Recording findings with notes and software.
• Maintaining electronic databases.
• Assisting management with budget and time schedules.
• Anticipating issues and resolving them promptly.
• Reporting problems to stakeholders.
• Following a strict code of ethics and protecting confidential information.
• Writing proposals and delivering presentations.
• Assisting with the tender process.
• Liaising with clients.

Skills

Strong statistical and mathematical

Strong problem solving

Attention to detail

Written, verbal and telephonic comms

Database management

Education

Bachelor's degree in research or related field

Master's degree desirable

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

We are looking to hire a dependable researcher to work on various company projects. The researcher's duties include aligning methodologies with research goals, using a range of tools to acquire information and interpret data, writing up reports and presenting findings and schedules to management and other stakeholders, identifying trends and patterns, conducting fieldwork and tests when required, as well as protecting databases and confidential information. You should be able to deliver presentations and communicate effectively at all levels.

To be successful as a researcher, you should be resourceful, and demonstrate excellent time management and patience. Outstanding researchers are passionate about their subject matter and able to meet strict deadlines.

Job Description

• Interpreting research specifications and developing a work plan that satisfies requirements.
• Conducting desktop research, and using books, journal articles, newspaper sources, questionnaires, surveys, polls, and interviews to gather data.
• Analyzing and interpreting patterns and trends.
• Recording findings by taking written notes and using appropriate software.
• Maintaining electronic databases.
• Assisting management with budget and time schedules.
• Anticipating research issues and promptly resolving them.
• Promptly reporting any problems to the relevant stakeholders.
• Following a strict code of ethics and protecting any confidential information at all times.
• Writing proposals and delivering presentations when required.
• Assisting with the tender process.
• Liaising with clients.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in research or similar qualification.
• Master's degree will be highly desirable.
• Experience in a research field will be an advantage.
• Sound understanding of research methodologies.
• Highly proficient in MS Office.
• Strong statistical and mathematical aptitude.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Practical experience in database management.
• Attention to detail and exceptional written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills.

Additional Information

Salary: Market Related

Closing Date: 31 August 2026