Senior Researcher: Potato Breeding (Roodeplaat) needed at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Initiates and manages research projects on genomics Conducts specific research with clear focus on root and tuber crops (potatoes, sweet potatoes, cassava, etc.), while developing
• systems for other crops as well.
• Actively sources and secures new research opportunities and funding related to genomics.
• Captures, analyses and interprets data.
• Provides leadership, supervision and mentoring of postgraduate students, researchers, research technicians and assistants.
• Human resources management to ensure efficient deployment and utilization, setting objective assessment and training.
• Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles, popular publications, manual production, radio and TV talks, etc.
• Initiates and collaborates with national and international organizations.
• Trains postgraduate students and technical personnel in the use of specialized analytical instruments and associated software.
• Compliance with human resource policies and procedures.
• Compliance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• PhD/DSc in Plant Breeding, Plant Genetics or related field.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience and 8 relevant peer reviewed publications.
• Experience in potatoes breeding and seed pipeline development are differentiating advantages.
• Demonstrable experience in designing and execution of breeding and genetics research.
• Evidence of substantial publications in ISI-rated scientific journals.
• Evidence of popular article publications will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrable experience in project management
• Postgraduate student mentoring or supervision experience applicable.
• Registration with a relevant scientific registration body, where applicable.
• Management skills including research project management.
• Good communication (verbal & writing) skills.
• Agricultural Research knowledge and skills.
• Extensive knowledge of medicinal plant production systems.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Ability to render diagnostic, technical and other services at national level.
• Knowledge of intellectual property opportunities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Valid driver’s license.