Description

• Initiates and manages existing research projects on DNA marker technologies including molecular breeding to support breeding programmes.
• Together with breeders, designs and implements molecular breeding research experiments in support of the various breeding programmes.
• Keeps the division abreast with new developments on DNA marker technologies by reviewing new publications & research reports.
• Actively sources and secures new research opportunities and contributes to proposals for own research and towards the proposals of others.
• Compiles own and contributes to other progress reports (internal and external).
• Captures analyses and interprets data.
• Contributes towards the creation of IP and PBR.
• Provides supervision and mentors postgraduate students, research technicians and assistants. Understands management of co-workers and mentees.
• Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles, popular publications, etc.
• Seeks networking opportunities (attends scientific gathering, working with farmer communities, etc.).
• Compliance with human resource policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures.

Requirements

• PhD in Plant Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genomics, Proteomics, Plant breeding or Genetics; or MSc Plant Biotechnology or related with eight years relevant work experience.
• Strong background and experience in genomics and applications of molecular tools and latest molecular breeding technologies.
• Experience in the use of Bioinformatics and other genetic data analysis tools.
• Authored or co-authored a minimum of five peer-review scientific publications in a related field.
• Demonstrable experience in project management.
• Management skills including research projects, time, and personnel management.
• Good communication (verbal & writing) skills and liaison with clients, fellow scientists and support staff.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Valid code 8 driver’s license.