Lead Forestry Scientist - Forest Ecology & Conservation

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Forestry Scientist to lead R&D in forest management and conservation in Kimberley, South Africa. You will guide research projects, analyze ecological data, and shape strategies for sustainable forestry within the agriculture and forestry sector.

The role requires a Ph.D. in a related field, 8+ years of research experience, and proven leadership to mentor teams and publish findings that inform policy and practice.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive research experience in forestry science.
• Proven track record of leading research projects and publishing findings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage scientific research projects focused on forest ecology, growth, health, and sustainability.
• Develop and implement silvicultural practices to optimize productivity and resilience.
• Conduct forest inventories, ecological assessments, and biodiversity surveys.
• Analyze datasets using statistics and modeling to interpret findings.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Provide expert advice on forest management, conservation, and restoration strategies.
• Mentor junior scientists and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Statistics

R/SAS

GIS

Team mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Forestry Scientist to lead R&D in forest management and conservation in Kimberley, South Africa. You will guide research projects, analyze ecological data, and shape strategies for sustainable forestry within the agriculture and forestry sector.

The role requires a Ph.D. in a related field, 8+ years of research experience, and proven leadership to mentor teams and publish findings that inform policy and practice.