💼 Full-Time Position

Research Assistant

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The Agricultural Research Council
📍 Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
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Location
Stellenbosch, South Africa
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Posted
June 27, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description


  •  Execution of tasks in collaboration with researchers on breeding and evaluation activities of grape (table, wine and raisin grapes).

  • Tending to plants in glasshouses and tunnels.

  • Weighing chemicals and preparing nutrient solutions. 

  • Monitoring of pests and diseases in tunnels and glasshouses.

  • Assists with spraying plants with fungicides and pesticides.

  • Assists with planting seedlings from glass jars to seed trays.

  • Plant seedlings from seed trays to plastic plant bags.

  • Keep record of number of plants per cross.

  • Ensure that plants are grouped together according to crosses.

  • Assists with preparing soil mixtures and filling plant bags.

  • Assists with collection, preparation and storage of graft wood and plant samples for virus, mineral deficiencies and DNA testing.

  • Correct use of equipment according to specification.

  • Assists res...