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AgriVAS
 

Commercial Maize Breeder

AgriVAS is a specialist agricultural recruitment agency with a dedicated research division. We deal with both national and international vacancies and have positions to suit all levels of experience. Registering your CV with us is free and all details are kept confidential. Visit www.agrivas.co.za  for more information.

Our client is a leading global provider of technology-based solutions and agricultural products that improve farmer productivity and food quality. They are seeking a full-time, permanent commercial maize breeder conduct their commercial maize breeding program in Petit, Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa

Duties:

Conducting a commercial maize breeding research program, including;
o Developing new hybrid combinations using company proprietary inbred lines;
o Collecting and summarizing data through out of the season necessary for hybrid advancement meetings;
o Assist in the management of maize product pipeline;
o Utilizing latest breeding technologies to develop superior maize products for SA maize markets;
o Collaborating actively on all station research projects in a strong team environment;
o Actively participating in several regional and national maize breeding teams.
 

Play a critical role in the planning, planting, management and harvesting of all the breeding winter nurseries and product development nurseries.

Requirements:

A PhD in Plant Breeding or Genetics and 3+ years Breeding experience OR an MSc in Plant Breeding or Genetics and 5+ years breeding experience. Candidates must possess the following:

 A proven track record in a maize breeding program
 Strong knowledge of modern technical approaches to germplasm improvement.
 A strong interest in developing the comprehensive knowledge needed to effectively drive commercial pipeline advancement decisions, like plant breeding, genetics, statistics, molecular biology and molecular marker applications.
 The ability to communicate and function within a team and possession of outstanding people skills.


Salary:

negotiable depending on qualifications and experience and will consist of a basic salary, vehicle allowance, petrol card, provident fund, medical aid as well as a 13th cheque.

Start date: Urgent.

Closing date: Position will remain open until filled.

Location: Petit, Benoni, South Africa.

To apply send a comprehensive CV to kwatts@agrivas.co.za 

We also have a vacancy for a maize field quality agronomist with the same client.

 

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University of Zululand

Applications are invited for PhD and Masters students in Agronomy, University of Zululand. Funding is available for three years (PhD) and two years (Master) for students ready to take up full term studies in the university.

Email CV to Dr FB Lewu

Contact Person: Dr. FB Lewu,
Department of Agriculture, Agronomy unit,
University of Zululand, South Africa.
flewu@pan.uzulu.ac.za 
Office: +2735 9026067

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