Biologicals R&D & Technical Leadership

Aeciminingchemicals; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AECI Plant Health in Somerset West, part of the BioCult business, is seeking a Research and Technical Manager – Biologicals to lead research, innovation, technical support and quality control.

The role collaborates with Production, Regulatory, Sales and Marketing to translate scientific insights into commercially successful biological products, while expanding the IP portfolio and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' postgraduate experience in microbiological, mycological, biotechnology, or agricultural research environments.
• Demonstrated experience in fungal biology, microbial production systems, fermentation, or biological product development.
• Minimum 5 years' management experience leading scientific, research, or technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing the research and innovation strategy for the Biologicals business.
• Establishing and managing a pipeline of research, product development, and process improvement projects.
• Leading investigations and trials to improve production efficiency, quality, and scalability of AMF and Trichoderma systems.
• Lead development of new biological products, formulations, and application technologies.
• Provide strategic leadership to the microbial quality control and laboratory function; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Deliver technical support and training; support product registration activities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Scientific problem solving

Project management

Communication

Education

MSc in Microbiology

MSc in Mycology

PhD in Biological/Agricultural Science

Job description

AECI Plant Health in Somerset West, part of the BioCult business, is seeking a Research and Technical Manager – Biologicals to lead research, innovation, technical support and quality control.

The role collaborates with Production, Regulatory, Sales and Marketing to translate scientific insights into commercially successful biological products, while expanding the IP portfolio and ensuring regulatory compliance.