Sustainable Crop Research Scientist — Grant-Funded

Placements24; Stellenbosch; In loco; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Research grants

Advanced research facilities

Conference support

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Researcher to contribute to innovative farming practices at a Paarl-area facility. You will design and execute experiments to improve crop yields, develop disease-resistant varieties, and advance sustainable agricultural methods.

The role involves collecting and analyzing data, preparing scientific reports for stakeholders, and collaborating with researchers and farm managers to drive impactful discoveries in the region.

Competenze

• Master's or PhD in Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Science, Genetics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in conducting agricultural research, including experimental design and data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of plant physiology, genetics, and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in using scientific equipment and relevant software (e.g., statistical packages, GIS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and presenting findings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a research team.

Mansioni

• Design, plan, and conduct agricultural research experiments, focusing on crop improvement and sustainable practices.
• Collect, record, and analyze experimental data using statistical software and methodologies.
• Develop new methodologies or refine existing ones for field trials and laboratory analysis.
• Prepare research reports, scientific papers, and presentations for dissemination to stakeholders and the scientific community.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and field data records.
• Collaborate with other researchers, agronomists, and farm managers on research projects.

Conoscenze

Data analysis

Statistical software

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Plant physiology knowledge

GIS

Formazione

Master's or PhD in Agriculture/Agronomy/Plant Science/Genetics

Strumenti

GIS

Laboratory equipment

Statistical software

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Researcher to contribute to innovative farming practices at a Paarl-area facility. You will design and execute experiments to improve crop yields, develop disease-resistant varieties, and advance sustainable agricultural methods.

The role involves collecting and analyzing data, preparing scientific reports for stakeholders, and collaborating with researchers and farm managers to drive impactful discoveries in the region.