Description

• Strategic planning and positioning of research programme nationally and internationallyProviding scientific leadership in a specific field of research in multi-disciplinary teams, which will include quality control of all scientific outputs, projects, proposals, scientific publications, reports, scientific presentations, popular publications and presentations with increased emphasis on innovation and sustainability. Planning and co-ordinating research activities, Oversight on the management of research material and equipment, oversight on research outcomes and writing management reports, disseminating information and oversight on publishing research results as well as fostering collaboration and building alliances
• Managing all technology transfer initiatives of the multidisciplinary team across the commodities, leading the generation and commercialisation of Intellectual Property
• Human Capacity Development that includes outputs of mentoring and developing others (internal staff) and developing self.
• Safety, health, and environment
• Scientific Status of the RTM

Requirements

• PhD or DSc in (Crop Protection/ Plant Physiology) or related field.
• At least 8 years post PhD experience.
• At least 8 years’ experience in the management of research teams in any of the disciplinary areas.
• Minimum of 10 publications by time of appointment.
• NRF rating of at least C1 will be an added advantage.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
• Proven recognition as a research leader on national and international level.
• Valid drivers license