Overall purpose of the job
To develop a nature-based surveillance system derived from semiochemicals for legume pests to reduce farmer reliance on environmentally damaging insecticide for crop protection.
Specific Duties
The successful candidate is expected to:
• Field test Clavigralla aggregation pheromone for optimization and use in biological control with natural enemies.
• Identify a natural source of the aggregation pheromone for use by small holder farmers.
• Elucidate the sensory biology of pheromone detection by Clavigralla and its key natural enemies.
• Investigate the role of background odors in pheromone detection in different cropping systems.
Requirements/Qualifications
• A PhD degree in Entomology/ Chemistry with a strong focus on Chemical Ecology of PlantInsect Interactions.
• At least 2 years' post PhD experience working in a chemical ecology laboratory with field experience.
• Experience working on legume pests a plus.
• Excellent publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals required.
• Excellent written and oral communication essential for the position.
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Deadline of this Job: 12 January 2023