POSITION AVAILABLE: FOREST NUTRITION

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• From: "Jacobs, Willie x236" <WJacobs@fornel.csir.co.za>
• Date: Fri, 12 Aug 1994 20:53:00 +0300
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POSITION AVAILABLE

The Division of Forest Science and Technology is one of twelve in the CSIR,
 a statutory science council.  The role of the CSIR is to conduct research 
and
 development as a partner of South African industry, to support quality
 decision-making in the public and private sectors and to provide technology 

 solutions that improve the quality of life in urban and rural developing
 communities.  The Division's purpose is to provide the technology required
to support competitive forestry and wood products industries, effective
policies and decisions regarding forestry, natural resources, the
environment, and rural upliftment.

We require the following person to join our Forest Productivity team in the
Eastern Transvaal:


RESEARCHER: FOREST NUTRITION

The position of an experienced researcher with a proven track record in the
field of Forest Nutrition involves:

*   Implementation and management of nutrition trials.
*   Development of site specific nutrient models for pines and eucalypts
*   Implementation of results in the form of site specific fertilizer
     recommendations and as  a component of a plantation decision support
     system.
*   Formulation of a strategy that will ensure the long term sustainability 
of
     plantation forestry.

The incumbent must possess a sound understanding of nutrient cycling and
processes, have modelling and statistical skills and be able to apply this
knowledge in a meaningful manner.

The successful candidate must have qualifications and experience in the
 appropriate field, demonstrated client and market orientation, negotiating 
and
 other skills appropriate to the contract research environment and the 
ability to
 inspire and guide colleagues and subordinates.

The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer offering attractive salaries and a 

full range of large-company benefits commensurate with the level of
appointment.

Please submit a detailed CV clearly stating the position applied for, to
     The Director
      Division of Forest Science and Technology
      CSIR
      Private Bag X11227
      Nelspruit
      1200
      SOUTH AFRICA.

Tel. Number:   (01311) 43864/5/6                  International:  27 1311 
43864/5/6
Fax Number:   (01311) 43869                          International:  27 1311 
43869

e-mail: schristi@fornel.csir.co.za

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