Researcher

Rand WaterJohannesburg, ZA

1 day ago

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Job title : Researcher

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : November 20, 2025

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Rand Water Institute is looking for a Researcher to support the provision of Research and Development (R&D) solutions to Operationalise the implementation of the Risk based Innovation Driven Rand Water Strategy

Minimum Requirements

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree qualification, Minimum NQF level 7 in Science (Water Science / Engineering) with atleast 5 years experience in research-based Institutions

Advanced Computer literacy

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

Postgraduate qualification in Sciences (Water Science / Engineering) and 5 or more years experience in research

Exposure to commercialisation of research

Primary Duties

Conduct research as directed by the RWI’s business plan and R&D’s divisional objectives.

Ensure alignment of the research approved to the strategic risk register of the organization.

Participate in collaborative research programs as required by memorandums of understanding / agreement.

Manage and monitor project / s schedule / s of RWI strategic partners to ensure adherence to MOU / A.

Foster national / regional / global collaborations with Research / Academic Institutions.

Assessment of research proposals suggested for RWI and / or its partners.

Management of the database of the research undertaken using organisational information.

Management of annual RWI’s Innovation, Research and Development stakeholder Forums.

Involvement in commercialisation ventures of completed research.

Demonstrate value-add from research in the Water and Sanitation Sector.

Support the development of R&D Framework and procedures for Rand Water

Knowledge

Proven good communication skills (both verbal and written) and public presentations

Understanding of Rand Water Business / Water Sector

Understanding of relevant Legislation / strategic approaches / risk records

Proven track record of developing R&D business cases / reporting.

Skills

Good Computer literacy

Good interpersonal skills

Administrative ability

Planning and organizing

Establishment and Participation in the R&D Committee & Forums

Financial management of projects and projections for new projects

Maintain accurate Research data

Attitude

Excellent Customer service

Performance driven

Deadline orientated

Confidential

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Flexible and agile

Deadline : 20th November,2025

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