Scientist Production Level Breeding / Reproduction / Animal Housing and Welfare – Western Cape Department of Agriculture

Scientist (Production Level): Breeding/Reproduction/Animal Housing and Welfare (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 55/2025 (WCG250722-9)
Closing Date
2025/09/08
Reference Number
WCG250722-9
Tracking Number AGR 55/2025
Job Title Scientist (Production Level): Breeding/Reproduction/Animal Housing and Welfare (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 55/2025
Department Agriculture
Salary level OSD
Enquiries Ms M Mulaudzi at (021) 808 5220
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Elsenburg

Job Purpose
Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to conduct animal science research, assessment, evaluation, development, innovation, ensure the protection and sustainability of resources and contribute towards a knowledge economy.

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 4-year Degree: BSc (Hons) in Genetics or BSc (Agric) in Animal Science; Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Professional Natural Scientist in Animal Science or Biological Science; Three years post qualification (research) experience; A valid driving licence.

Recommendation
None.

Key Performance Areas
Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; Perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions; Research and development; Human capital development.

The following will be advantageous: MSc (Agric) or PhD in Animal Sciences/ MSc or PhD in Genetics; A record of publication; Proven ability to conduct research in functional genetics/genomics/breeding within the context of agricultural production or farmed species; Experience with management and processing of scientific data related to genetic analyses.

Competencies
Working 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.

Remuneration
Grade A: R 761 157 – Grade C: 1 144 008 (OSD as prescribed)

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Scientist Production Level Breeding / Reproduction / Animal Housing and Welfare
Western Cape Department of Agriculture
Grade A: R 761 157
Elsenburg
8 September 2025