The principal role of technicians is to develop varieties and provide scientific and technical support to researchers. Within broad guidelines about approach and milestones, a technician undertakes a broad range of technical duties requiring significant scientific knowledge and proven professional judgement to solve complex problems.ABOUT THE ROLEThe principal role of technicians is to develop varieties and provide scientific and technical support to researchers. Within broad guidelines about approach and milestones, a technician undertakes a broad range of technical duties requiring significant scientific knowledge and proven professional judgement to solve complex problems. Technicians may also have responsibilities for the management of technical facilities, people and/or services.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESYOUR REQUIREMENTSEssential• Experience with field work (planting, sampling and harvesting trials) or similar, and scientific data collection.• General understanding of scientific trial design and statistical analysis.• High level of competence in recording and maintaining accurate records.• Demonstrated ability to supervise field workers and to plan and coordinate a team of field workers for all breeding activities including sampling, planting and harvesting all field trials.• High level of motivation and initiative with excellent planning and organization skills, and ability to manage competing priorities.• Computer skills associated with data entry and checking.Desirable• Experience with sugarcane• Experience with NIR or Juice laboratory• Experience driving a tractorEssential qualifications• Tertiary qualification in agriculture or equivalent field.• Professional experience within the agricultural industry.• A current driver's licence is required to drive SRA vehiclesDesirable qualifications• Experience with a breeding program.• UD licenceFURTHER INFORMATIONIf you meet the requirements of the role and you would like to be part of our dedicated team, please click 'Apply' to submit your application no later than 27 June 2025. Your application should include your resume and a statement clearly addressing the requirements of the position.Applicants must have the right to work in Australia in order to apply. The successful applicant will also be required to undertake a medical screening and a police check.