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POST 07/224 : SCIENTIST (PRODUCTION LEVEL): FOOD SCIENCE (ELSENBURG),
This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 23 Mar 2026.
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Requirements
Competencies
- Knowledge of the following: Programme and project management
- Scientific methodologies and models
- Computer-aided scientific applications
- Technical report writing
- Data analysis
- Policy development and analysis
- Presentation skills
- Mentoring. Skills in the following: Team leadership
- Analytical skills
- Communication
- Networking
- People management
- Planning and organising
- Problem solving and analysis
- Change management
- Innovation
- Computer literacy
- Ability to work independently.
Duties
Undertake advanced research for the development of new products, adaptation of existing ones, including improvement, identification of new and innovative methods and processes, new technology, infrastructure and equipment; Write and publish papers in semi and scientific platforms; Facilitate compliance of agri- processing establishments, infrastructure and product compliance with relevant prescripts and market requirements; Facilitate on-site advice and support and training in various agri-processing activities; Perform administrative and human capital development functions, liaise with various stakeholders within the sector and represent the department and/or programme on various platforms. ENQUIRIE : Ms L Thabethe at Tel No: (021) 808 7733
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