Sappi Southern Africa
Forestry - Research Centre Tweedie
Forests Research Intern x 2 ( 83 )
Sappi Forests KZN requires a Research Intern with the necessary skills, training and specific competencies to assist in executing related ativities across the designated region.
This role reports in to the Programme Leader - Research, Planning and Nurseries
The main responsibilities of this job are:
Assist with research trial activities such as plant preparation, planting and measurements
Assist with other breeding activities such as controlled pollinations, seed and flowering studies
Assist with other trial activities such as pest and disease surveys
Assist with pest and disease laboratory trials and preparation of growth media
Work on the sampling, preparation and assessment of wood properties
Assist with screening of pests and pathogens against pesticides
Data capture and management
The ideal candidate should have:
Grade 12 / Matric qualification and
Relevant Tree Breeding, Genetics, Entomology, Pathology, Botany or Horticulture Degree/Diploma or related qualification
No experience required
Computer skills, proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook)
Driver’s license
Closing Date: 23 November 2020