

Agricultural Research Council
Research Scientist: Plant Breeding (Legume Crops)
Agricultural Research Council | Fixed-Term Contract (3 Years)
Location: Loskop Research Station, Groblersdal, Mpumalanga
Position type: Contract
Education requirement: PhD in Plant Breeding/Genetics
Experience needed: 3+ years post-master’s research experience
Specialization: Agriculture/Research
About Our Organization
As South Africa’s leading agricultural research institution, we drive excellence in developing innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture. Our team works to advance food security through cutting-edge plant breeding programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives in legume crop improvement programs
- Manage germplasm collection and develop elite plant varieties
- Design and implement field trials using classical & molecular techniques
- Secure research funding and manage project resources
- Produce scientific publications and technical reports
Essential Qualifications
- Doctorate in Plant Breeding or related discipline
- Proven experience in plant genetic improvement
- Strong background in experimental
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