Head of Forestry R&D & Strategic Innovation
App Group
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Job summary
APP Group is seeking a senior forestry researcher to lead and implement advanced soil management, forest nutrition, and silviculture research. You will guide field trials, translate findings into actionable plantation strategies, and drive cross-functional collaboration with R&D and plantation teams.
The role requires leadership, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia, with international exposure and published research being a plus.
Qualifications
- PhD in Forestry, Soil Science, or related discipline with 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Strong expertise in soil management, forest nutrition, silviculture, and field research.
- Ability to translate research into practical plantation-management solutions.
- Demonstrated leadership in managing research teams and stakeholder relations.
Responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives in soil management, forest and plantation nutrition, silviculture, and nursery nutrition.
- Develop site-specific nutrition strategies and forest management recommendations.
- Develop Site Management Units by integrating site characteristics, research data, and silvicultural practices.
- Design, lead, and evaluate field research and trials to improve plantation productivity and MAI.
- Translate scientific findings into practical recommendations for plantation operations.
Skills
Education
Job description
APP Group is seeking a senior forestry researcher to lead and implement advanced soil management, forest nutrition, and silviculture research. You will guide field trials, translate findings into actionable plantation strategies, and drive cross-functional collaboration with R&D and plantation teams.
The role requires leadership, strong analytical skills, and fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia, with international exposure and published research being a plus.
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