Head of Research And Development

APP Group; Serpong; On-site; IDR 900,000,000 - 1,500,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International exposure

Growth opportunities

Diverse team experience

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

Soil management

Forest nutrition

Silviculture

Field research

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

English & Bahasa Indonesia

Education

PhD in Forestry / related discipline

10+ years relevant experience

Job description

At APP Group, our innovation drives opportunity, making us your gateway to a career that champions inclusivity, growth and sustainable future.

Why Join Us?

• Work with international teams and gain valuable experience in a diverse and dynamic global finance environment.
• Be part of a leading company in the paper production industry, known for its commitment to sustainability and innovation.
• Engage in complex financial analysis and reporting that supports strategic decision-making and drives business success.

What You Will Experience:

• Lead research initiatives in soil management, forest and plantation nutrition, silviculture, and nursery nutrition.
• Develop site-specific nutrition strategies and forest management recommendations based on soil properties, research findings, and plantation requirements.
• Develop Site Management Units (SMUs) by integrating site characteristics, research data, and appropriate silvicultural practices.
• Design, lead, and evaluate field research and trials to improve plantation productivity and Mean Annual Increment (MAI).
• Translate scientific findings into practical recommendations for plantation operations and nurseries.
• Lead the R&D team, establish research priorities, and develop annual research strategies and programs.
• Develop technical standards, SOPs, and work instructions to support consistent implementation of research-based practices.
• Collaborate with plantation operations, cross-functional R&D teams, and external research institutions to drive continuous improvement.

What is Required:

• PhD in Forestry, Soil Science, Silviculture, Plant Nutrition, Agronomy, or a related discipline, with 10+ years of relevant experience; candidates with a Master's degree and extensive relevant forestry experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong technical expertise in soil management, forest and plantation nutrition, silviculture, and field research.
• Proven ability to translate research findings into practical plantation-management solutions.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing research teams, projects, and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proficiency in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• International working experience.
• Published scientific research.
• Research or operational experience involving peat, Spodosol, and/or marine clay soils.