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Research Technician Jobs in Potchefstroom, North-West, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Research Technician
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Potchefstroom, North-West, South Africa
Recruiter:
Scholtz Partners International
Job Ref:
Research Tech – MU
Date posted:
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Location:
potchefstroom, North-West, South Africa
Salary:
Monthly Salary
SUMMARY:
Agricultural Research Technician
POSITION INFO:
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN
Our client, a leading seed breeding and production company specializing in high-performance sunflower varieties, is seeking a Research Technician to join their team!
- Location: Potchefstroom, North West
- Benefits: Provident Fund + Company Vehicle (not part of CTC)
- Working Hours: 8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday
- Start Date: ASAP
- Training: If necessary
Essential Requirements:
- Agricultural Degree or related qualification
- 2-5 years experience
- Valid driver''s license (non-negotiable)
Key Responsibilities:
- Planning and outline of statistical trials for Sunflower, Soybean, Sorghum and Maize
- Plant, monitor and harvest trials according to company protocol
- Active involvement at farmer-days and demonstration planting
- Assist with data collection of research and marketing trials
- Ensure accuracy and quality of all data
- Support Marketing Managers during plant and harvest of marketing trials (peak seasons)
Critical Skills & Traits:
- Research-driven with fine eye for detail
- Practical and technical mindset
- Good observational skills
- Able to work alone and in team
- Result-driven approach
- Strong planning and organizational skills
Essential Skills:
- Excellent computer skills, specifically in Excel
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Trustworthy, punctual and high level of self-motivation
- Good administrative skills/computer literacy