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Senior Research Technician : Plant Breeding (SORGHUM) (Potchefstroom)
Assists the breeder in preparation of experimental material.
Assist with trial field preparation, management of trial fields.
Implement the crossings as planned by the breeder and ensures accurate research data collection.
Pro-actively provide technical input within the context of the research projects.
Provides timeous and reliable data which supports the objectives of the research project.
Correctly apply techniques within guideline, standards, and references.
Ensures cost-effective utilization of research resources, complete purchase requisitions, obtain quotations and purchasing of required research materials and consumables following the financial prescriptions.
Technology Partnerships.
Assist in hosting field days.
Assist in communication with farmers and extension officers.
Involvement in the innovation and Commercialization activities.
Handles the submission to request the approval to recruit temporary workers and deployment, supervision and timesheet preparation and submission to HCM.
Evidence of contributions in publications (e.g. popular publications, scientific publications) and/or involvement in presentations (e.g. at farmers' days, combined congress, etc.)
Regulatory Compliance with the Health and Safety procedures.
Requirements
MTech. Degree in Plant Breeding or related field (Plant Science, Plant Production/ Agronomy, Genetics/Plant Biotechnology), with 2 years applicable experience.
B Degree or B Hons Degree; B.Tech Degree, or National Higher Diploma; with 6 years applicable experience.
National Diploma (3 years) with 8 years applicable experience.
Proficiency in MS office suite.
Valid EC drivers’ license.
Experience in conventional plant breeding techniques will be an added advantage.
Ability to set-up and manage research trials under greenhouse and field conditions will be an added advantage.
Good understanding of weed control, soil cultivation methods, fertilization, spraying for disease and pest control, and sustainable field management will be an added advantage.
Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Knowledge of the application of molecular biology tools is an added advantage.
Registration with relevant scientific body will be an added advantage.
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