The successful applicant will: Serve as the Head of the Institute and will be responsible to the Director-General for the day-to-day administration of the affair's of the institute. Establish effective linkages with relevant institutions and agencies within and outside the CSIR. Coordinate prioritised research of the institute under the broad guidance of the Director-General. Promote the transfer of technology to industry/agricultural business and commercialisation of research in general. Co-ordinate research funding initiatives and provide services and inputs to determine research priorities, as well as formulate and implement science and technology plans. Be responsible for the overall management and development of the human resource base of the institute. Qualification Required And Experience: The ideal applicant must have: A PhD degree or equivalent qualification in Agricultural, Biological and physical sciences or related discipline from a recognised university or institute. (CSIR-OPRI). A PhD degree or equivalent qualification in Forestry and/or Natural resources management from a recognised university or institution. (CSIR-FORIG). Not less than 12 years of experience in research and development (R and D), including at least 5 years of successful experience in a management position. Distinguished research contribution as evidenced by scientific publications. The research output should be adjudged to be at least equivalent to that of a Principal Research Scientist/Associate Professor. Ability to organise, direct and co-ordinate activities within a research institute for national development. Good knowledge of the agencies in the relevant sectors, as well as the ability to interact with top management in other institutions and agencies. Proven ability to inspire research staff and supporting personnel. Ability to generate and attract funding, both internally and externally to support research activities.