Research Technician

Responsibilities

• Support greenhouse and growth chamber operations, including setting up and maintaining plant growth experiments.
• Prepare soil substrates with biochar amendments (Carbo Soils, SandX, and superhydrophobic sand) according to experimental protocols, and monitor plant health, growth conditions and productivity metrics.
• Conduct soil and plant sample analysis, including pH, electrical conductivity (EC), nutrient composition and water retention.
• Assist with field trials, including soil preparation, planting, irrigation setup, soil sampling and environmental monitoring.
• Maintain laboratory inventory, experimental records and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Science, Soil Science, Horticulture or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in greenhouse operations, agricultural research, field trials and soil/plant analysis.
• Experience with irrigation systems, greenhouse/growth chamber operations and laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of biochar and soil amendment technologies is an advantage.
• Proficiency in soil and plant analysis, including pH, electrical conductivity (EC), nutrient composition and water retention testing.
• Ability to maintain accurate experimental records, manage laboratory inventory and follow laboratory safety procedures.
• Valid driving license and willingness to work at field sites when required.