Research Team Manager: Public Health And Zoonoses (PHZ) (Onderstepoort) at Agricultural Research Council

Company: Agricultural Research Council

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Agricultural Research Council

Industry: Government

Posted: Sep 8, 2025

Deadline: Sep 22, 2025

Job Type: Full Time

Qualification: Ph.D

Experience: 8 – 10 years

Location: Gauteng

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Field: Research , Science

Description

  • Initiates, coordinates and manages projects. Coordinate project plan with the Senior Manager Research.
  • Manages people within projects, ensures optimal utilisation of corporate resources.
  • Compiles and manages project budgets.
  • Ensure all projects within the Division are properly managed and to the accepted scientific ad client standards.
  • Provide leadership with regard to research within the Institute.
  • Actively sources new national/ international research opportunities and assisting with proposal writing.
  • Plans and coordinates research with single or multidisciplinary teams.
  • Identifies and prioritise the need for resources (equipment and material) in project (s) and manages them accordingly.

Requirements

  • PhD in Biochemistry, Food Sciences, Chemistry, Veterinary Public Health or related fields.
  • At least 8-10 years’ experience post PhD in a relevant research environment, academic or private.
  • Evidence of a track record of peer reviewed publications.
  • Evidence of a track record of obtaining research funding (national and international).
  • Registered with a professional body in the appropriate discipline (SACNASP, SACI, etc) will be an added advantage.
  • Evidence of financial and personnel management, networking with national and international clients and stakeholders.
  • Evidence of good communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Valid driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 19 SEPTEMBER 2025

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