Research Agronomist - (Pineapple/Mangoes/Avocado) at CDL Human Resource

THE JOB

• Reporting to the Senior Research Agronomist, the person will be responsible for: -
• Studying factors affecting nutrient uptake and utilization by plants: pineapple, mangoes, avocado.
• Identifying ways in which plants productivity can be enhanced by more efficient use of nutrients.
• Developing diagnostic tools for rapid detection of nutrient deficiencies.
• Studying plant water requirements and develop efficient irrigation scheduling tools.
• Developing field/crop monitoring techniques for soil fertility, plant nutrition, water requirement, plant growth, fruit development and fruit quality.
• Identifying knowledge gaps and carry out field and laboratory experiments in plant nutrition, soil fertility, plant water requirement, and cultural practices such as planting densities, seed materials, and spacing.
• Development/improvement of agronomic packages required for optimum pineapple, mangoes, avocado production.
• Coordinating activities of the analytical chemistry laboratory.
• Supervising, motivating and training of field workers on experimentation and data collection.
• Health/safety of the worker, environment, and product.
• Managing and development/improvement Organic Farming, composting process

Requirements

THE PERSON

• The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements: -

Essential

• Experience of 3 years in field research work in a related field.
• Must have B.Sc. degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Integrated Soil Fertility Management, or any other related course.
• Substantial experience in Organic Farming, process of composting, soil fertility, plant nutrition, and integrated soil-plant-water-nutrient management.
• Experience in irrigation scheduling.
• Good data utilization and analytical skills.
• The ability to work meticulously and accurately under pressure of deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• A flexible approach and an ability to work within a team.
• Computing skills (experience of word processing, Excel spreadsheet, presentation, and database package).
• Clean driving license.

Desirable

• M.Sc. degree in Soil Science, Integrated Soil Fertility Management, or any other related course.
• Experience on implementation of the Sustainable farming standard and Global GAP certification requirements at the farm level
• Experience in chemical analysis