Job Responsibility Conduct trials and experiments with suppliers and private agencies to evaluate new products, techniques, and technologies for durian plantation Collaborate with universities and research institutions to design and implement research projects focused on durian cultivation, disease management, and crop improvement Write research papers, reports, and articles for publication in scientific journals and industry publications, highlighting findings and insights from research activities Manage the farm management system, including the maintenance and calibration of sensors and weather stations to collect accurate and reliable data Collect, analyze, and interpret data collected from sensors, weather stations, and other monitoring devices to assess environmental conditions and crop performance Conduct soil analysis in the laboratory to assess soil fertility, nutrient levels, and soil health, and make recommendations for soil management practices Supervise and mentor interns and research assistants, providing guidance and support in conducting experiments, collecting data, and analyzing the result Assist in farm operations, including planting, pruning, fertilization, irrigation, pest and disease management, and harvest activities Calculate durian yield and monitor crop performance over time, identifying factors influencing yield variability and implementing strategies to optimize production Develop and manage budgets for research projects, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and compliance with financial guidelines Prepare and ensure quality of project reports and literature for presentation at policy and academic forums and publication of progress reports and impact reviews Assist & Support ad-hoc functions from other division i.e. Projects, Farming Operations & Production if needed/applicable Create content on diagnostics results of crop health problems, preventive solution, and recommendations to develop training materials and update TFP Mgmt Conduct a study to determine the losses caused by pest/disease infestation and develop practices to prevent or reduce losses Develop and implement appropriate strategies for the management and control of crops scientific studies Provide timely recommendations to new processes and/or improvement(s) to secure efficient performance concerning operational manuals and review standard operating procedures (SOP) Establish coordination with project teams and implementing partners to manage the field activities and ensure quality standard Represent the specific project component at various platforms including regular monitoring meetings with the other partners e.g. collaborating universities on R&D crop studies. Develop and manage budgets for research projects, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and compliance with financial guidelines Prepare and ensure quality of project reports and literature for presentation at policy and academic forums and publication of progress reports and impact reviews Assist & Support ad-hoc functions from other division i.e. Projects, Farming Operations & Production if needed/applicable Job Requirements Degree or Master s degree in Plant Pathology, Agronomy, Plantation, Horticulture or related agriculture discipline with 3 years of relevant work experience in development or related field Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software and tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts effectively Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment Job Benifits Yearly Increment and Performance Bonus EPF,SOCSO, EIS Medical Outpatient Group Hospitalization & Surgical Group Personal Accident. Optical & Dental Allowance Staff Welfare Training & Team Building Company T-Shirt Free Parking