South African Sugarcane Research Institute

POST-DOCTORAL POSITION: AGRICULTURAL RESOURCE MODELLER

Modelling Strategies for Resource-Use Optimisation and Variety Improvement

Context
The South African Sugarcane Research Institute (SASRI), located near the 
Indian Ocean resort of Umhlanga Rocks in KwaZulu-Natal, is a private 
institute that is funded entirely by the sugar industry. The Institute 
conducts research and provides services to advance nutritional, 
agronomic and engineering practices and pest and disease control 
measures. The Institute also continually develops superior sugarcane 
varieties that provide increased economic returns for all sectors of the 
industry.

The Project
The Post-Doctoral Fellow will provide essential modelling expertise to a 
well-defined cluster of strategically-important projects that spans 
resource optimisation and variety improvement. The nature of these 
projects reflects SASRIs focus on excellence in trans-disciplinary and 
systems research. As a result, the incumbent will have an opportunity to 
work closely with specialists in agronomy, breeding, crop nutrition, 
entomology, extension, molecular biology, pathology and soil science.

The Candidate
The ideal candidate must hold a PhD degree with a strong focus on crop 
modelling and plant- or crop-physiology. Computer programming skills are 
essential, while experience with DSSAT software will be an asset. Due to 
the trans-disciplinary and team-orientated nature of the research, an 
ability to get on with others is essential.

The Position
The successful candidate will be provided with a competitive fellowship 
stipend and a dynamic, well-resourced and friendly working environment. 
The Post-Doctoral Fellow will have the option to reside in one of the 
fully-serviced and comfortable on-site residences.

Contact
A Curriculum Vitae and expression of interest should be sent, either 
by mail, fax or e-mail, under the title POST-DOCTORAL POSITION: 
AGRICULTURAL RESOURCE MODELLER to:

The Human Resource Officer
South African Sugarcane Research Institute
Private Bag X02
Mount Edgecombe
4300 Durban
SOUTH AFRICA
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FAX: +27 866 430 278


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