Scientist (Production Level): Food Science
Job Description
Scientist (Production Level): Food Science
| Department | Agriculture |
| Salary level | OSD |
| Enquiries | Ms L Thabethe at (021) 808 7733 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location – Country | South Africa |
| Location – Province | Western Cape |
| Location – Town / City | Stellenbosch |
| Job Purpose | The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has a opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to conduct research, assessment, evaluation, innovation and provide advice and support for the development of the agri processing sector. |
| Minimum Requirements | An appropriate Science degree BSc (Hons) or a 4-year BSc Agric degree as recognized by the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) that allows for professional registration; Compulsory and valid registration with the SACNASP as a professional Natural Scientist; A minimum of 3 years post qualification natural scientific experience; A valid code B driving licence. |
| Recommendation | M.Sc or equivalent qualification in Food Science; Experience of agriculture and agribusiness environment. |
| Key Performance Areas | 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 on 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. |
| Competencies | Working knowledge of the following: Scientific methodologies and models; Research Programme and Project Management; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Computer-aided scientific applications; Data analysis; Policy development and decision making; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy. |
| Remuneration | Grade A: R 721 476 – Grade C: R1 084 368 (OSD as prescribed)Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements. |