Applications are invited from qualified candidates who wish to be considered for appointment at the Food and Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (FAREI) in the post of Assistant Research Scientist.
Appointment to the post will be initially on a temporary basis for a period of one year. Subject to satisfactory service, candidates may be offered substantive appointment.

I AGE LIMIT
Candidates unless already employed in the public service or in parastatal organisations should not have reached their 45th birthday by the closing date for the submission of applications.

II. QUALIFICATIONS
(A) A Cambridge Higher School Certificate with passes at “Principal Level” in at least two Science subjects namely Biology, Chemistry and Physics obtained on one certificate
OR
passes in at least two Science subjects namely Biology, Chemistry and Physics obtained on one certificate at the General Certificate of Education “Advanced Level”.
(B) A Diploma in Agriculture or Horticulture or Crop Science from a recognised institution.

OR
Equivalent qualifications to A and B above acceptable to the Board.

III. SALARY
The temporary appointment will carry flat salary at the rate of Rs21,850 a month.
The permanent and pensionable post carries salary in scale:
Rs 21,850 x 375 – 22,225 x 400 – 23,425 x 525 – 26,050 x 675 – 27,400 x 825 – 35,650 x 900 – 37,450 x 950 – 42,200 x 1,300 – 46,100 x 1,575 – 49,250 x 1,650 – 54,200 (FAREI 33)

IV. LIST OF DUTIES
1. To plan and supervise field, laboratory and nursery operations.
2. To monitor the growth and performance of tissue cultured plantlets in nursery and field, as and when required.
3. To collect and prepare specimens for laboratory work.
4. To assist in supervision and implementation of maintenance programmes for buildings and equipment.
5. To assist with resource needs assessments, budget estimates and control of expenditure.
6. To arrange for the timely provision of inputs for research and development projects.
7. To assist research staff in the implementation of the research work programmes on stations and laboratories.
8. To manage field and laboratory staff and enforce discipline.
9. To supervise and undertake, when necessary, routine operations associated with research experiments, guided tours, training and development.
10. To provide assistance in the management of laboratories, research facilities and units on stations.
11. To assist in monitoring and to maintain a proper stock of chemicals and consumables necessary for daily laboratory operations.
12. To attend Boards and Committees, as and when required.
13. To use ICT in the performance of his duties.
To perform such other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from the Assistant Research Scientist in the roles ascribed to him.

V. MODE OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates may collect the application form during working hours at the Food and Agricultural Research and Extension Institute, Head Office, Reduit or may download the application form from the website of FAREI (farei.mu).
Instructions to candidates:
1. Only application made on the prescribed form will be accepted.
2. Incomplete, inadequate or inaccurate filling of the form will lead to disqualification and elimination of the candidate.
3. Applicant should possess all certificates/qualifications at time of application.
4. Copy of certificates, and Identity Card must be attached to the application form.
5. Documentary evidence will have to be submitted for experience claimed & should be attached at the time of application.
6. The onus for the submission of equivalence of qualification (if applicable) from the relevant authorities (Tertiary Education Commission or Mauritius Qualifications Authority) rests on the candidates. Applications will not be considered failing the non-submission of Equivalence Certificate, as appropriate, by the closing date.
7. The post applied for should be clearly marked on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
8. Application received after closing date will not be accepted.
Note: FAREI reserves the right
(i) to convene only the best qualified candidates for interview.
(ii) not to fill any vacancy.

VI. CLOSING DATE
The duly completed application form should reach the Ag. Chief Executive Officer, FAREI, Head Office, Reduit, not later than 3.00 p.m. on 12 April 2024.
Date: 23 March 2024