Research Technician: Horticulture and Agro-processing

Conduct field research and trials related to tropical and sub-tropical crops postharvest activities and sweet potato product development. - Engage with project team members within the project. - Operate and maintain laboratory equipment; perform basic laboratory tests and record experimental data accurately. - Ability to work for extended time periods in the...

Co-ordinates and contributes towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans. - Identifies the need for human resources in projects and manages the allocated resources. - Assists with compiling and managing project budgets. - Plans own work activities. - Utilises and maintains own facilities, material and equipment. - Conducts...

Execute research in laboratory, field and greenhouses. - Collect, process and capture data. - 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. - Ensures cost-effective utilization of research resources. - Contribute towards quarterly...

Provide research support to Nematology research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. - Engage with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects. - Provide technology transfer to small-holder farmers. - Disseminate project results through peer-reviewed or popular publications and presentations at conferences. - Provide support with...

Conduct research on the Avocado crop. - Ability to work in the field & laboratory. - Collect, capture and processes data. - Regularly provide feedback on progress (verbal and/or written) to supervisor. - Contribute towards the dissemination of outcomes through presentations and publications. - Comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements in the...

South Africa, Mpumalanga - Nelspruit - (Market related) My client based in Nelspruit is seeking a suitable experienced and qualified Plant Pathology Research Technician to join their team. **Requirements**: - A Natural Science or Agriculture degree or Masters with plant pathology. - Experience in a conventional plant pathology laboratory - Efficiency in...

RESEARCHER: BIOTECHNOLOGY **Description** ▪Initiate/manage research on molecular markers in tropical and subtropical fruit trees. ▪Write publications/present research outcomes of relevance to subtropical fruit growers, industries and the scientific community. ▪Provide leadership and mentoring to research technicians, assistants and...

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Mpumalanga, Nelspruit / Mbombela - (Market related) Our client in the Citrus industry is looking for a Horticulturist to join their team in the Lowveld. **Minimum requirements**: - A minimum tertiary qualification, e g BSc Hons Degree in Horticulture, Plant Sciences or agricultural related field is essential - A minimum of 5 years work experience in...

Carrying out all nursery practices as directed by the Nursery Manager, Researcher and/or Supervisor. - Correct use and maintenance of research tools and equipment that are made available. - Carrying out manual tasks assigned by the supervisor. - Assist with the upkeep of glasshouses and soil preparation room. - Provide support with organizing and hosting...