Research Agronomist, Kewdale Wa

GRADUATE RESEARCH AGRONOMIST

Kewdale, WA

Global Science | National Research | Local Focus

Working for Kalyx provides you the opportunity to join a thriving agricultural business and explore your ability - in a down to earth and supportive culture. If you are looking to progress your career and work within an innovative team in agricultural and horticultural research, this job may be for you!

We are inviting applicants with previous horticultural experience to join our research team in Kewdale, WA. The demand for our horticultural services continues to grow and you will play a key role in the expansion of this business.

About the Role:

The role will suit a positive, highly adaptable, and organised person with strong capabilities in prioritising work and meeting deadlines. Skills and experience seen as highly advantageous include:

• A sound understanding of local weeds/diseases/insect pests.
• Working safely and effectively with agricultural chemicals.
• Effective time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead a small team of likeminded professionals.
• Sound work ethic;
• The ability to problem solve, interpret data and complete scientific reports.
• High attention to detail and pride in your work.

The successful candidate will be provided an attractive salary package tailored to the experience you bring to the role plus the advantage of working outdoors with a supportive team of likeminded agricultural professionals. This role also holds exciting future progression opportunities.

Due to the nature of the role, overnight travel may required at peak times.

About You: The successful candidate will have:

• 3 years’ experience conducting residue, efficacy and/or field trials in horticultural and/or broadacre crops
• Tertiary qualifications in Agricultural/Horticultural Science (or similar).
• A strong reputation in the industry and existing industry networks.
• A genuine interest in agricultural chemistry, disease and or entomology.
• Excellent people skills to interact with colleagues, growers and clients.
• Willingness to support, train and mentor less experienced staff.
• Curiosity and motivation.
• A current manual driver's license.

At Kalyx we take pride in providing a team environment with continuous learning. If you have a passion for agriculture and enjoy working out-doors within a supportive team, Kalyx is the place for you.

We can’t wait to have you on our team!

Cultivate a Career you love with Kalyx.

Please visit our website to gain a further understanding of what we do, and how we operate.

Applications should include your:

• Resume
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria above
• 2 Referees

Applications close 9th February 2024.