💼 Full-Time Position

Research Agronomist

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Mayfly Agri
📍 Remote, wes kaap, South-Africa
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Location
Remote, South-Africa
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Posted
May 28, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Minimum requirements for the role:

  • Must have a M.Sc. or PhD in Agriculture, Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, or a related field
  • AVCASA in Crop Protection and/or BASOS/FERTASA certification is preferred
  • SACNASP registration or eligibility will be advantageous
  • Minimum 3–5 years' experience in agronomic research or a technical role within the agricultural sector
  • Proven experience designing and conducting agricultural trials
  • Demonstrated involvement in writing or contributing to scientific publications; authorship of peer-reviewed articles will be advantageous
  • Proficient in R/RStudio or similar statistical analysis tools
  • Must have strong knowledge of plant nutrition, crop production systems, and soil science
  • Experience working with liquid seaweed bio-stimulants is highly beneficial
  • Familiarity with GIS, remote sensing, and precision agriculture tools are essential ...