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Requirements:
- MSc or PhD in Agriculture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, or a related field (required).
- AVCASA in Crop Protection and/or BASOS/FERTASA certification (preferred).
- SACNASP registration or eligibility will be advantageous.
- 3–5 years of experience in agronomic research or a technical role within the agricultural sector.
- Proven experience designing and conducting agricultural trials.
- Demonstrated involvement in writing or contributing to scientific publications; authorship of peer-reviewed articles will be advantageous.
- Proficient in R/RStudio or similar statistical analysis tools.
- Strong knowledge of plant nutrition, crop production systems, and soil science.
- Experience working with liquid seaweed bio stimulants is highly beneficial.
- Familiarity with GIS, remote sensing, and precision agriculture tools.
- Valid driver’s licence and a willingness to travel regularly for work.
Responsibilities but not limited to:
Trial Design, Execution, and Data Analysis
- Plan, execute, and manage controlled agronomic trials across various crops.
- Develop detailed protocols and SOPs based on current scientific literature and best practices.
- Manage internal teams to ensure data quality, adherence to protocols, and timely delivery of results.
- Perform rigorous data analysis using statistical software (especially R/RStudio) to extract meaningful insights.
- Ensure trial data is presented in a scientifically sound, visually compelling, and commercially relevant format.
Technical Advisory and Client Engagement
- Provide agronomic and technical support to farmers, distributors, and internal teams.
- Translate trial data and research findings into practical on farm recommendations.
- Investigate and resolve technical product queries or client complaints, producing clear and detailed reports.
- Maintain strong relationships with strategic partners, distributors, growers, and relevant industry bodies.
Scientific Contribution and Knowledge Integration
- Stay abreast of emerging trends in plant science, soil health, crop nutrition, and bio stimulants—particularly seaweed extracts.
- Contribute to internal product development initiatives and support expansion of existing offerings.
- Present findings at industry events, internal meetings, and scientific platforms.
- Collaborate on written content for peer-reviewed journals, popular articles, and technical bulletins.
Internal Collaboration and Strategy Alignment
- Work closely with the Applied Science Manager and other internal stakeholders to align research priorities with company goals.
- Support the marketing and sales teams by providing technical input for campaigns and training sessions.
- Contribute to broader innovation and sustainability goals through ongoing professional development and cross-department collaboration.
- Responsible for managing and overseeing department interns, including allocation of tasks, on-the-job training, and ongoing supervision.
Please note: If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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