Horticultural Production Researcher/breeder (subtropical Fruit)
Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Job Description
A successful horticultural agribusiness, specialising in the production, packing and marketing of subtropical fruit in the Mpumalanga Lowveld and Mozambique, is seeking a Horticultural Production Researcher/Breeder.The position entails:
- Conventional breeding of papaya.
- Maintenance of hybrid lines.
- General papaya production research.
- General litchi research, including the evaluation of different cultivars.
- Handling of phyto-sanitary requirements for cross-border movement of fruit from Mozambique.
- Mentorship and guidance by the company's senior plant breeder.
- Involvement with expansion of plant breeding and propagation technology (micro-propagation i.e. tissue culture), in conjunction with leading international plant breeders and plant propagation specialists.
- Participating in a multi-discipline management team, focusing on sub-tropical fruit production, packing and marketing.
- A tertiary qualification in a related specialist scientific field. A post-graduate qualification and specialisation in plant breeding will be a recommendation, i.e. plant genetics, plant breeding, biotechnology, horticulture. The minimum academic qualification is a BSc degree.
- The position requires an intense interest and passion for breeding and general horticultural research for commercial purposes.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, good communication skills and team player.
- Competitive remuneration package will be offered and opportunity to grow and develop your career in horticultural research.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1404587
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationMbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned