Research Technician - Seed

• Must have a National Diploma or B. Sc. in Agriculture, Plant Science, or related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in agricultural research, crop trials, or farming
• Strong attention to detail and good observation skills
• Willingness to work outdoors and perform physically demanding tasks
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Must be reliable, proactive, and eager to learn
• Basic computer literacy (Excel, Email, Digital Data Capture) is essential
• Seasonal flexibility is required (early mornings, occasional weekends)
• Must have a valid driver's license and be wiling to travel to nearby trial sites when required

• Assisting with preparing trial kits, labels, and materials for planting.
• Helping with the layout and setup of trial plots at the main research station and off-site locations.
• Tagging, labelling, and maintaining plots for clear identification throughout the season.
• Supporting the planting, maintenance, and harvesting of field trials.
• Participating in tasks such as shoot bagging, pollination, weeding, and field clean-up.
• Monitoring crop development and assisting with basic crop protection activities under supervision.
• Accurately recording field data such as flowering dates, disease ratings, and plant notes.
• Entering data into digital or paper-based systems for use by the research team.
• Keeping tools, workspaces, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Participating in team activities and training sessions.
• Supporting other research-related tasks as requested.

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