Description:
Minimum requirements for the role:
Must have a relevant B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree Membership in SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) will be an advantage Passion for data processing and interpretation is essential Minimum 5 years experience in regulatory and/or field research in the agricultural/chemical industry Strong technical research, analysis, and reporting principles Knowledge of agricultural products and pesticides is essential Must have an understanding of regulatory processes and data requirements for product registration and maintenance of product integrity Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience in budget management, data analysis, and interpretation is advantageous Strong project management abilities Fluency in English and Afrikaans (Read, Write, Speak) Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel when required
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Developing trial protocols for registration and screening trials, ensuring scientific integrity of research work and established data. Facilitating availability of trial products and ensuring timely availability of the product to trial contractors. Developing protocols to obtain trial product import permits and estimating the amount of trial product to be ordered from the manufacturer. Facilitating the successful completion of trials by contractors, ensuring the execution of product field trials reflects the priorities of the department and are allocated and completed within the approved statement of work (SOW). Facilitating trial visits to key projects and documenting relevant information and findings, mainly in North MP, GP, NW, OVS, LP, but also the rest of RSA if needed. Focusing on INS or HERB or FUN and nematicides but not limited to these. Monitoring through planned site visits and spot audits that professional activities and field trials are being conducted in accordance with subscribed protocols and good research practice. Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates
14 May 2025;
from:
gumtree.co.za