Researcher (One-year contract)

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that research, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state. The CSIR has a vacancy for a Researcher (One-year contract) in the

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

Researcher

(One-year contract)

About The Job

The CSIR has a vacancy for a Researcher in the Biorefinery research group within the Chemicals Cluster. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting research that will focus on the production of high-value materials from biomass feedstock and related intermediates. This position is based in Durban, South Africa.

This position reports to the Research Group Leader.

For more information about the cluster, visit www.csir.co.za/future-production-chemicals

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to research projects; through developing innovative and sustainable biomass conversion technologies;
• Publish high-quality research outputs and representing the facility at scientific and industry forums;
• Support technology transfer and commercialization initiatives aligned with the facility's strategic objectives.
• Write sections of technical reports and help prepare presentations;
• Promote a culture of SET excellence (quality and delivery) and providing research;
• Interact with stakeholders (clients, peers) within fields of expertise to develop long term relationships both within and outside the CSIR;
• Assist the conceptualisation, structuring, managing and implementation of multi-disciplinary research projects in biorefinery and chemical engineering;
• Assist in preparing research proposals and securing external funding;
• Supervise and mentor students, interns, in-service trainees and technical staff;
• Carry out analysis and testing of samples as specified by the test methods, with any modifications approved by the supervisor or requested by researchers/clients;
• Understand the requirements of the ISO 17025 management system of the lab;
• Conduct tests in accordance with requirements of the ISO 17025 management system;

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• A master's degree in chemical engineering or related field, with at least five years' experience in pulp and paper and/or Biorefinery technologies.
• A doctorate degree will be advantageous.
• A goal-oriented approach;
• Research and report writing skills;
• Communication and presentation skills;
• Problem solving, solution seeking orientation;
• Have conceptualisation and analytical skills;
• Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills;
• Computer literacy
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

What¿s in it for you?

The CSIR Offers

• Learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive and market-related remuneration packages.
• We openly acknowledge and reward our employees' contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.

PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

For more info, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre on 012 841 4774 or email us at ***email_hidden***

The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the Employment Equity Act and will through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from Designated Groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from registered credit bureau and/or South African Police Services (in relation to positions that requires trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances), and may also verify the applicant's educational qualification and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.