Job Description: 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. [the_ad id="29344"] Job Responsibilities: Provide scientific leadership to staff in the research group by means of an excellent grasp of the field and by ensuring quality scientific outputs and the professional development and transformation of the group’s scientific capacity; Proven contract and project management experience on medium to large-scale projects, preferably involving multi-disciplinary research and development, both in South Africa and international; Lead the development, application and transfer of processes and technologies for the design, construction and maintenance of roads; Promote a culture of scientific excellence in terms of both quality and delivery; Lead the research in the validation of innovative/alternative/new materials for use in road construction; Networking ability both nationally and internationally, and proven networks within all aspects of transport infrastructure design, construction, maintenance and rehabilitation; Lead research conducted by the group whilst conducting Heavy Vehicle Simulator (HVS) testing on specific roads; Job Requirements: Computer literacy and experience in using standard software packages; programming skills will be an advantage; Track record of research outputs published in peer-reviewed journals, books or conference proceedings; Excellent report-writing skills; All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Skills in staff motivation and performance management; Effective communication skills (oral, written and presentation), including excellent communication in English; Analytical skills with a problem-solving, solution-seeking orientation; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Job Details: Company: Council for Scientific and Industrial Research Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, SA Application Deadline: N/A [the_ad id='29345'] Apply Here Vacanciesspot.com
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