Dr Ramoutar-Prieschl holds the position of Acting Deputy Director- General, Technology and Innovation at the Department of Science and Innovation. She is seconded to this role from her permanent position as Head of research Capacity Development at the University of Pretoria where she is responsible for (i) grants management, (ii) early career training and mentorship, and (iii) strategic partnerships that support staff doctoral candidates. She is also a research associate in the Faculty of Humanities and holds grants from the NRF, DHET and US Embassy to name a few. She is the architect of the UP Women in Science annual event that celebrates the achievements and advancements made by women researchers. Prior to joining UP, she led the Research Infrastructure portfolio for 11 years at the National Research Foundation.
