Remote Senior Plant Scientist — Climate-Resilient Crop Innovation

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Plant Scientist to lead remote R&D initiatives. You will design experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with international teams to discover novel plant varieties and traits that boost resilience, nutrition, and yield.

The role emphasizes scientific rigor, project leadership, and mentoring junior researchers, guiding multi-year programs toward climate-smart solutions for global food security.

Qualifications

• Senior Plant Scientist role with leadership experience in plant R&D.
• Experience in experimental design and data analysis.
• Strong publication record and ability to manage complex R&D projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead remote R&D initiatives and mentor junior researchers.
• Collaborate with international scientific teams to develop novel plant varieties and traits.
• Focus on sustainable and climate-resilient solutions for global food security.

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Plant Scientist to lead remote R&D initiatives. You will design experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with international teams to discover novel plant varieties and traits that boost resilience, nutrition, and yield.

The role emphasizes scientific rigor, project leadership, and mentoring junior researchers, guiding multi-year programs toward climate-smart solutions for global food security.