Lincoln Campus
Ref: AGR1022

Joining New Zealand's largest Crown Research Institute could mean the difference between a good career and a great one. If you have a passion to improve the profitability and sustainability of primary production industries then this is the opportunity for you.

We are looking for an innovative entomologist/insect pathologist with a "can do" attitude to lead a science team based at Lincoln. This team undertakes internationally-recognised research on the development of beneficial microorganisms and their by-products, for a range of uses in the agricultural sector, with a particular focus on the control of pest invertebrates.

Our team's on-going interactions with farmers, policy agents and agricultural industries will see you developing and maintaining significant relationships with a wide range of people. Your activities will help bring about change by improving technologies for pest control and assisting with the uptake of these technologies at the farm scale.

If you are a highly motivated, independent, senior scientist and have a PhD in Entomology or a related discipline, with substantial research experience, and experience in leading a science team, you should find out more about this career opportunity.

This full time permanent position is located at our Lincoln campus in a beautiful rural setting, with an easy commute to Christchurch, Canterbury. You can also look forward to a competitive salary, a supportive work environment and family friendly policies. AgResearch is committed to supporting ongoing training and continued professional development.

Applications close 7 December 2009.

For further information, please contact Shona Hall 03 325 9905 or email shona.hall@agresearch.co.nz or visit our careers site www.agresearch.co.nz/careers