Field Biologist

Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Job Description


Field BiologistSalary: R30 000 - R40 000CTCLocation: NelpsruitEXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 3 years experience in performing and managing Field Trials.
EDUCATION
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Agriculture
  • AVCASA advantageous
SKILLS
  • Good knowledge of crops, pests, and diseases.
  • Experience in research principles, evaluation methods, residue sampling methods and data interpretation.
  • Experience in GAP.
  • Understanding of GEP and GLP.
  • Experience in the safe handling of agricultural remedies.
  • General technical capabilities for maintenance of equipment.
  • Must be able to work independently, and as part of a team.
  • Must have good planning, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be willing to travel and be adaptable to changing working hours according to trial requirements.
  • Drivers license.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • To ensure the execution of high-quality trials according to set protocols, conforming to Good Agricultural Practices and Good Experimental Practices.
  • Overall trial management: Identifying suitable trial sites, execution and evaluation of trials, data capturing, and compilation of trial reports.
  • Quality and integrity of trials, data, and reports.
  • Responsible for controlling, maintaining, and calibrating spray equipment and instruments.
  • Responsible for managing junior field Biologists and trial assistants.
  • Follow all safety standards and ensure correct PPE is used.
  • Responsible to ensure the correct product and dosage is used as per specified protocols.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1340914
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R30000 - 40000 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned