Senior Plant Physiologist - Crop Physiology Research Lead
Placements24
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Placements24 is assisting a leading agricultural research institute in East London, Eastern Cape, to hire a Senior Plant Physiologist. You will design and conduct advanced research on plant physiology, molecular biology, and responses to environmental stresses to improve crop yield and resilience.
You will lead research projects, mentor junior researchers, and publish findings from field trials and cutting-edge lab work.
Qualifications
- PhD in Plant Physiology, Molecular Biology, Plant Science, or related field
- Minimum of 6 years of post-doctoral research in plant physiology
- Experience studying plant responses to environmental stresses
- Proficiency in molecular biology techniques and biochemical assays
- Strong analytical and statistical skills with data analysis software
- Excellent written and verbal communication with publications in reputable journals
- Experience designing and conducting field and laboratory experiments
- Ability to lead research projects within a team
- Experience in crops relevant to South Africa advantageous
Responsibilities
- Design and conduct research experiments on plant physiological processes under varying environmental conditions
- Analyze plant responses to biotic and abiotic stresses
- Utilize molecular biology, biochemistry, and imaging to understand plant mechanisms
- Develop and optimize protocols for physiological studies
- Analyze data sets, interpret results, and publish reports
- Collaborate with plant breeders, agronomists, and scientists on projects
- Supervise and mentor junior researchers, technicians, and students
- Stay current with literature and advancements in plant physiology
- Present findings at conferences and meetings
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Placements24 is assisting a leading agricultural research institute in East London, Eastern Cape, to hire a Senior Plant Physiologist. You will design and conduct advanced research on plant physiology, molecular biology, and responses to environmental stresses to improve crop yield and resilience.
You will lead research projects, mentor junior researchers, and publish findings from field trials and cutting-edge lab work.
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