Agricultural Research Scientist: Crop Genetics

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Access to cutting-edge facilities

Support for international conferences

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an accomplished Agricultural Research Scientist to lead innovative crop genetics and soil science research. Based on-site, you will design experiments, analyze data, and translate findings into practical farming improvements for the Free State region.

The role emphasizes collaboration with researchers, extension workers, and farmers, with opportunities to publish, present at conferences, and access cutting-edge facilities.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Soil Science, or related field.
• Proven track record of published agricultural research.
• Strong experimental design and statistical analysis skills.
• Experience with plant physiology, genetics, and molecular biology techniques.
• Ability to communicate technical results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments on crop genetics and agronomy.
• Analyze data with statistical methods and interpret results.
• Develop improved crop varieties with higher yield and disease resistance.
• Study soil health, nutrient cycling, and sustainable practices.
• Publish findings and present at conferences.
• Collaborate with researchers, extension agents, and farmers to disseminate results.

Skills

Experimental design

Statistical analysis

Scientific software

Plant physiology

Genetics

Molecular biology techniques

Education

Ph.D. in Agronomy/Plant Breeding/Soil Science

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an accomplished Agricultural Research Scientist to lead innovative crop genetics and soil science research. Based on-site, you will design experiments, analyze data, and translate findings into practical farming improvements for the Free State region.

The role emphasizes collaboration with researchers, extension workers, and farmers, with opportunities to publish, present at conferences, and access cutting-edge facilities.