Advance biological control research for agricultural pests from Kimberley, Northern Cape, using entomology expertise and rigorous field experimentation. Hybrid work balances laboratory and field activities.

This Senior Research Scientist role focuses on identifying, evaluating, and implementing green pest management solutions. You will design trials, investigate beneficial insects and microbes, and assess cutting-edge approaches. Your research contributes to ecological balance and lower chemical inputs in agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:
Design laboratory and agricultural field trials
Investigate beneficial insects and microbial control agents
Validate sustainable pest management strategies
Interpret research results and write scientific reports
Collaborate with institutions, partners, and farming communities

Requirements:
Ph.D. specializing in pest management
Seven years post-doctoral research experience
Demonstrated biological control expertise
Solid experimental design and data analysis experience
Willingness to travel for fieldwork and collaborations

Use biological control, field research, and scientific writing to develop practical, environmentally friendly agricultural pest solutions.

📌 Senior Entomology Research Scientist Kimberley
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📍 Kimberley