FGV Holdings Berhad
agri-business
Researcher
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“Researcher at FGV Holdings Berhad. Skills: oil palm breeding, genetics, plant breeding strategies, genetic improvement, statistical analysis, research methodologies. planning, implementing, and managing research activities related to oil palm breeding, genetics, and improvement programs. development of high-performing and sustainable planting materials through scientific research, data analysis, and collaboration”
What You'll Achieve.
development of high-performing and sustainable planting materials; achieved research objectives, timelines, and reporting requirements
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Agronomy, Biotechnology, Agriculture, or related disciplines, understanding of oil palm biology, breeding principles, and genetic improvement, Knowledge in statistical analysis and research methodologies
Nice to Have
Familiarity with breeding data management and analysis tools is an advantage
What You'll Do.
and managing research activities related to oil palm breeding
and improvement programs
development of high-performing and sustainable planting materials through scientific research
contribute to next-generation breeding and conservation programs
ensuring research objectives
and reporting requirements are achieved
and monitor research project budgets and resource utilization
Coordinate research activities to ensure projects are completed within timelines and objectives
Prioritize and manage multiple research activities simultaneously
Ensure compliance with research protocols
and organizational standards
Participate in field evaluations
and monitoring activities
Prepare technical reports
and presentations for management review
Produce scientific publications
and conference presentations related to research findings
Present research progress and recommendations to stakeholders and management
Support knowledge transfer activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain proper documentation and reporting of breeding and research activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaboration with internal departments, research institutions, and external partners; collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Communication Scope
Prepare technical reports, research updates, and presentations for management review; Produce scientific publications, technical papers, and conference presentations related to research findings; Present research progress and recommendations to stakeholders and management
Process & Methodology
Prepare, manage, and monitor research project budgets and resource utilization, Coordinate research activities to ensure projects are completed within timelines and objectives, Prioritize and manage multiple research activities simultaneously
Full Job Description
**FGV Holdings Berhad** is Malaysia’s leading global agri-business and the world’s largest producer of Crude Palm Oil (CPO). FGV’s operations stretch across more than 10 countries in Asia, the Middle East, North America and Europe, and are focused on three main business sectors namely Plantation Sector, Logistics & Support Business (LSB) Sector and Sugar Sector. FGV is the world’s third biggest oil palm plantation operator, has the world’s largest bulking and storage facilities for vegetable oil and is Malaysia’s top refined sugar producer. In line with our business expansion, we would like to invite qualified and candidates to fill the following position at FGV R&D Sdn Bhd _**Job Description**_ **Job Summary ** The Researcher is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing research activities related to oil palm breeding, genetics, and improvement programs. The role supports the development of high-performing and sustainable planting materials through scientific research, data analysis, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The Researcher will contribute to next-generation breeding and conservation programs while ensuring research objectives, timelines, and reporting requirements are achieved. ### **Key Accountabilities / Individual Accountabilities** ## **1\. Technical Expertise** * Possess strong knowledge in plantation management and oil palm agronomy. * Apply plant breeding strategies and methodologies, particularly in oil palm improvement programs. * Differentiate and evaluate various oil palm genetic backgrounds and phenotypes. * Lead and support oil palm improvement programs involving Introgressed Deli and 3-way breeding materials. * Identify desirable agronomic and yield traits for selection and advancement. * Support next-generation breeding and germplasm conservation programs. * Develop breeding and mating designs and conduct genetic analyses for selection decisions. * Analyze breeding trial data including yield, vegetative, b
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