Crop Scientist - Field Trials & Agro Innovation

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

Job summary

The ideal candidate has an MSc/PhD in a related field, strong analytical skills, and experience in agricultural research. This role focuses on sustainable crop production and practical farm improvements in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Biology, or related field.
• Proven experience in agricultural research and field trials.
• Strong knowledge of statistical analysis software and experimental design.
• Familiarity with crops relevant to the Gauteng region.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reporting and presentations.
• Ability to work independently and manage research projects from inception to completion in Vereeniging.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct field experiments to evaluate crop varieties and farming practices.
• Analyze data from experiments using statistical methods and interpret results.
• Study plant physiology, soil science, and genetics to understand crop growth factors.
• Develop best practices for planting, irrigation, pest management, and harvesting.
• Stay updated with recent crop science research and tech advances.
• Collaborate with farm managers and agronomists to implement findings on operations.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Experimental design

Scientific communication

Independence

Project management

Education

MSc/PhD in Agronomy or Crop Science

Job description

The ideal candidate has an MSc/PhD in a related field, strong analytical skills, and experience in agricultural research. This role focuses on sustainable crop production and practical farm improvements in Gauteng.