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Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have an MSc or PhD in Agriculture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, or a related field
• AVCASA in Crop Protection and/or BASOS/FERTASA certification is preferred
• SACNASP registration or eligibility will be advantageous
• Minimum 35 years experience in agronomic research or a technical role within the agricultural sector
• Proven experience designing and conducting agricultural field trials
• Demonstrated involvement in writing or contributing to scientific publications; authorship of peer-reviewed articles will be advantageous
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of working both independently and within a team
• Comfortable presenting technical information to both scientific and commercial audiences
• Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel on a regular basis and work in field conditions

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Planning, executing, and managing controlled and commercial agronomic trials across various crops and geographies.
• Developing detailed protocols and SOPs based on current scientific literature and best practices.
• Managing external CROs to ensure data quality, adherence to protocols, and timely delivery of results.
• Performing rigorous data analysis using statistical software (especially R/RStudio) to extract meaningful insights.
• Ensuring trial data is being presented in a scientifically sound, visually compelling, and commercially relevant format.
• Providing agronomic and technical support to farmers, distributors, and internal teams.
• Translating trial data and research findings into practical on-farm recommendations.
• Investigating and resolving technical product queries or client complaints, producing clear and detailed reports.
• Maintaining strong relationships with strategic partners, distributors, growers, and relevant industry bodies.
• Staying abreast of emerging trends in plant science, soil health, crop nutrition, and bio-stimulantsxe2x80x94particularly seaweed extracts.
• Contributing to internal product development initiatives and supporting the expansion of existing offerings.
• Presenting findings at industry events, internal meetings, and scientific platforms.
• Collaborating on written content for peer-reviewed journals, popular articles, and technical bulletins.
• Working closely with the Applied Science Manager and other internal stakeholders to align research priorities with company goals.
• Supporting the marketing and sales teams by providing technical input for campaigns and training sessions.
• Contributing to the companys broader innovation and sustainability goals through ongoing professional development and cross-department collaboration.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidatesMayfly AgriRecruiter

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