- Hands-on field experience diagnosing and managing pest/disease outbreaks
- Leading or contributing to IPM programs with measurable impact
- Publications or reports on plant health, pest resistance, or control strategies
- Experience with molecular or serological diagnostics (e.g., PCR)
- Conducting pesticide efficacy or phytotoxicity trials
- Working with government quarantine or biosecurity agencies
- Training farmers or extension agents in pest management
- Developing pest risk assessments or early warning systems
- Contributions to regulatory dossiers for pesticide registration
- Recognition or awards from agricultural or plant health organizations
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Certification
- Pesticide Applicator License (local or international equivalent)
- Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Certification
- Biosafety or Quarantine Protocol Training
- Critical thinking and diagnostic skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication and reporting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability to field and lab environments
- Project management
- Decision-making under pressure (e.g., pest outbreaks)
- Ethical responsibility and regulatory awareness
- Community outreach and farmer training skills
- Continuous learning and professional curiosity
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Environmental Science (or a related field) with relevant experience as follows:
- Bachelor's: 8+ years
- Master's: 6+ years
- PhD: 4+ years
