Join Our Team as an Officer for General Plant Protection (m/f/d)

We are the state authority responsible for environment, conservation, agriculture, geology, and rural development in Saxony, offering a fixed-term position in Nossen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Implement plant protection legislation for pesticide regulation, including approval processes.
• Plan, coordinate, conduct, and evaluate field trials for official pesticide testing and research.
• Manage data collection and analysis using specialized software, and prepare reports.
• Conduct surveys on pest occurrences as part of monitoring programs.
• Produce reports and conduct knowledge transfer through presentations and publications.

Position Requirements:

• Completed degree in agricultural sciences, preferably focusing on plant protection.
• Deep knowledge of plant protection, agriculture, and relevant legislation.
• Pesticide certification (or willingness to obtain). Strong data analysis skills.
• Experience with MS Office, databases, and statistical methods.
• German proficiency at C1 level; a valid driving license (Class B) and willingness to use a company vehicle.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Full-time position with flexible and family-friendly hours, including home office options.
• Compensation according to TV-L, level 11, with additional retirement benefits.
• Health promotion, job ticket, free parking, and 30 days of annual leave.

To apply, email your application including your resume and diploma to bewerbungen@lfulg.sachsen.de. For inquiries, contact Ms. Leipert at 0351 26121202.

Disabled applicants will be given priority if equally qualified.