Hybrid Crop Physiology Research Scientist – Field & Lab

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid role

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development

International conferences

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks an Agricultural Research Scientist specializing in Crop Physiology in Sandton, Gauteng. This hybrid role combines laboratory and field work to design experiments, analyze data, and advance crop varieties and farming practices.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in crop physiology with post‑doctoral experience, strong statistical skills (R/SAS), and a proven publication record. Collaboration with a multi‑disciplinary team and adherence to lab safety are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Ph.D. in Crop Physiology, Plant Science, Agronomy, or related field.
• 3–5 years of post-doctoral research in crop physiology.
• Experience with experimental design and data analysis (R or SAS).

Aufgaben

• Design, implement, and manage field and laboratory experiments.
• Investigate plant responses to drought, heat, and nutrients.
• Analyze growth and physiological processes using advanced techniques.
• Publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Collaborate with researchers, agronomists, and technicians.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure lab safety.

Kenntnisse

Experimental design

Statistical analysis (R/SAS)

Plant physiology

Scientific publication

Communication skills

Independent worker

Field & lab methods

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in Crop Physiology

Post-doctoral experience

Tools

Gas exchange equipment

Chlorophyll fluorescence

Statistical software (R/SAS)

Data visualization tools

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks an Agricultural Research Scientist specializing in Crop Physiology in Sandton, Gauteng. This hybrid role combines laboratory and field work to design experiments, analyze data, and advance crop varieties and farming practices.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in crop physiology with post‑doctoral experience, strong statistical skills (R/SAS), and a proven publication record. Collaboration with a multi‑disciplinary team and adherence to lab safety are essential.