Description

• Initiates and manages research projects relating to seed quality, by ensuring successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time.
• Experimental design, timeous execution, data capturing, data analysis and reporting of project deliverables according to scientific standards and in line with overall Corporate Strategy of the ARC.
• Actively sources and secures new research opportunities, assists with identifying new business opportunities and capable of securing external funding.
• Manage allocated resources (facilities, manpower, material, and equipment) to ensure efficient deployment and utilisation of resources.
• Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles, popular publications, manual productions, radio and TV talks, and other marketing events.
• Contribute to diagnostic and advisory services.

Requirements

• PhD n Plant Pathology / Botany / Microbiology or related field.
• At least three years’ research experience in seed health related research (including seed quality testing), post master’s level.
• Experience in managing a research laboratory.
• Experience in seed quality testing.
• Experience in vegetable seed production and postharvest handling will be an added benefit.
• Authored or co-authored a minimum of two peer review publications relevant to the position.
• Evidence of popular article publications will be an added advantage.
• Evidence of performing research independently, achievement of objectives and targets and effective reporting.