Remote Plant Pathologist — Global Diagnostics & Research

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Remote Plant Pathologist to diagnose diseases, conduct in-depth research, and develop management strategies for crops worldwide. The role emphasizes independent work in a fully remote setting and involves advising clients through consultations and detailed reports.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology with at least five years of post-doctoral or applied experience, strong diagnostic skills, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Plant Pathology or closely related field.
• At least 5 years post-doctoral or applied experience in plant disease diagnosis and management.
• Proven expertise identifying a broad range of plant pathogens (fungal, bacterial, viral, nematode).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose plant diseases from samples, digital imagery, and client descriptions.
• Conduct literature reviews on emerging plant pathogens and disease trends globally.
• Develop and recommend effective IPM/IDM strategies.
• Analyze disease survey data and epidemiological patterns to predict outbreaks.
• Prepare comprehensive scientific reports and technical advisories.
• Provide remote expert consultation and technical support to agricultural stakeholders worldwide.
• Collaborate with international research teams and partners on joint projects.
• Utilize digital tools for data sharing, communication, and project management.
• Stay current with advancements in plant pathology and molecular biology.
• Contribute to educational materials and training modules on disease management.

Skills

Plant pathology

Diagnostics

Remote work

Scientific writing

Data analysis

PCR & sequencing

Education

Ph.D. in Plant Pathology

Tools

PCR

Sequencing

Microscopy

Laboratory culture

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Remote Plant Pathologist to diagnose diseases, conduct in-depth research, and develop management strategies for crops worldwide. The role emphasizes independent work in a fully remote setting and involves advising clients through consultations and detailed reports.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology with at least five years of post-doctoral or applied experience, strong diagnostic skills, and excellent written and verbal communication.