CHIEF RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: PLANT BREEDING

Agricultural Research Council; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated project manager to oversee the breeding and evaluation of tropical and subtropical crops. This exciting role involves managing research activities, supervising staff, and ensuring effective resource allocation. You will compile reports for both internal and external stakeholders while identifying innovative research opportunities. If you are passionate about agriculture and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to advancements in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing agricultural research projects and teams.
• Strong understanding of tropical and subtropical crop breeding.

Responsibilities

• Manage breeding and evaluation projects for tropical crops.
• Compile reports and liaise with industry stakeholders.
• Supervise research staff and manage project budgets.

Skills

Project Management

Research Methodologies

Budget Management

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture or Related Field

Master's Degree in Agricultural Science

Job description

• Manages projects on breeding and evaluation of tropical and subtropical crops at Addo.
• Manages daily activities in research blocks in the field with assistance of support staff.
• Manages project budgets to ensure effective resource allocation (funds and labour) within and across projects.
• Compiles monthly progress reports (internal) and quarterly reports (external for funders) in the form of written reports and presentations.
• Identifies research opportunities and implements advanced technologies in breeding.
• Supervision and management of Research Technicians and Research Support Assistants.
• Contributes towards technology transfer and training efforts.
• Liaise with growers, industry technical officers and national and provincial government.
• Write popular/scientific publications and present research outcomes of relevance to subtropical fruit growers, industries and the scientific community.