SENIOR RESEARCH TECHNICIAN : PLANT BREEDING

The Agricultural Research Council; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job description

Responsibilities

• Pro-actively provide technical input within the context of the research projects.
• Provide timeous and reliable data, which supports the objectives of the research project.
• Provide training and supervision to subordinates.
• Participate in data collection, processing and interpretation of results.
• Correctly apply techniques within guidelines / standards / references.
• Ensure cost-effective utilisation of research resources.
• Complete purchase requisitions, obtain quotations and purchasing of required research materials and consumables following the financial prescriptions.
• Compile quarterly progress reports.
• Assist in hosting field days.
• Assist in communication with farmers and extension officers.
• Assist in commercialisation activities.
• Contribute to publications (e.g. popular publications).
• Participate in preparing / giving presentations (e.g. at farmers' days, training events, conferences, etc.).
• Regulatory Compliance with the Health and Safety procedures
• Contribute towards professional development of subordinates and self.