Senior Insect Biologist

5 days ago

Singapore beBeeEntomologist Full time $80,000 - $120,000
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Entomologist / Horticulturist to manage insect husbandry and breeding programs for predatory and other beneficial insect species.

The ideal candidate will oversee insect rearing facilities, ensuring optimal colony health, productivity, and quality control.

  • Manage insect husbandry and breeding programs
  • Oversee insect rearing facilities

This role involves designing, implementing, and monitoring insect release programs in commercial farms.

Candidates with expertise in either plant or insect cultivation practices are also invited to apply.

Key Responsibilities

The following key responsibilities are associated with this role:

  • Design, implement, and monitor insect release programs
  • Conduct field trials to evaluate effectiveness of biological control agents
  • Provide technical support and guidance to farmers on insect release, crop management, and IPM strategies
  • Monitor pest populations and plant health outcomes to optimise release schedules
  • Implement and improve insect & plant breeding and husbandry systems
  • Maintain records of breeding, rearing and field performance data
  • Ensure compliance with biosecurity and environmental standards
Preferred Skills

The following skills are preferred for this role:

  • Prior experience in commercial insect breeding, IPM, plant cultivation or biological control
  • Experience in horticultural production systems (e.g. vegetables and fruit crops)
  • Field research experience
Requirements

The following requirements must be met for this role:

  • Degree or Diploma in Horticulture, Plant Science, Agriculture, Entomology or equivalent qualifications
  • Experience in developing and implementing insect and/or plant growing systems, knowledge on pest and plant disease management
  • Good communication and client consultation skills
  • Ability to conduct detailed inspections and environmental assessments
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments or individually
  • Motivated self-learner willing to learn new skills
What We Offer

This role offers the following benefits:

  • Hands-on experience
  • 5 days a week
  • Location: Lower Delta Road (Closest MRT: Tiong Bahru)

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