Re-Advert Researcher (Gene Banks) : Plant Improvement (Nelspruit)

Job title : Re-Advert Researcher (Gene Banks) : Plant Improvement (Nelspruit)

Job Location : Mpumalanga, Nelspruit

Deadline : November 04, 2025

Description

• Along with gene bank manager, manage field and nursery gene bank blocks at TSC research farms.
• Maintain existing gene bank database and upgrade to meet international norms in the field.
• Expand scope of existing field gene banks to include laboratory-based storage solutions using in vitro technologies.
• Ability to work in the field and laboratory.
• Compile monthly and quarterly progress reports in the form of written reports and presentations.
• Identify research opportunities and implement improved gene bank management technologies.
• Collects, captures and processes data.
• Provide leadership to Research Technicians, Assistants and Students.
• Good communication skills to liaise with Researchers, Research Support Assistants and Farm Managers for daily activities.
• Write popular / scientific publications and present research outcomes.

Requirements

Closing Date for Applications

31 October 2025.

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