Junior Field Biologist [South Africa]

 

Minimum requirements for the role:

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• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification in Agriculture
• An AVCASA certification will be preferred
• Practical experience in implementing field trials will be highly advantageous
• Must have a good understanding of crops, pests, and diseases as well as general research principles, evaluation methods, residue sampling methods and data interpretation
• Previous experience in the safe handling of agricultural remedies and an understanding GAP, GEP and GLP is important
• Must have a valid drivers license, be willing to travel and be adaptable to changing working hours according to trial requirements

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Ensuring the execution of trials according to set protocols, conforming to Good Agricultural Practices and Good Experimental Practices.
• Identifying suitable trial sites, executing and evaluating trials, capturing data and compiling trial reports.
• Ensuring trial protocols are followed accurately.
• Ensuring the quality and integrity of trials, data and reports.
• Controlling, maintaining, and calibrating spray equipment and instruments.
• Managing trial assistants.
• Following all safety standards and ensuring correct PPE is used.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates

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