Research Technician Veterinary; Entomology

Responsibilities

• Assist with research on insects of veterinary importance in the fieldincluding Black flies Culicoides Stomoxys Tabanid and Tsetse flies.
• Assist in the maintenance and administration of the ARC-OVR tsetsecolony.
• Take irradiated blood for bioassays and interpret the results.
• Update weekly tsetse colony mortality database.
• Assist Researchers during field trips with trap deployment fly collection management.
• Responsible for maintaining infrastructure and facilities.
• Responsible for training interns and providing support as needed.
• Adhering to all Safety and GLP rules and regulations.

• National Diploma in Veterinary Technology.
• B-Tech: in Veterinary Technology will be added advantage.
• Professional membership: SAVC registration is compulsory.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A drivers licence will be an added advantage.

Enquiries:
Dr M Taioe: (012) 529 - 9185

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 21 NOVEMBER 2025

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months probation period.

The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by covering letter detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates supporting documents copy of drivers license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.

SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.

Work Level: Skilled

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Market Related

EE Position: No

Location: Pretoria

IC

• Veterinary Experience
• Animal Care
• Communication skills
• Veterinary Assistant
• Veterinary Technician Experience
• Vital Signs Experience
• Animal Handling
• Animal Restraint
• Catheterization
• Medication Administration
• Venipuncture Experience

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1