Bianca Bonicontro
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Versatile Agricultural Scientist and Laboratory Professional with over 5 years’ experience across soil science, plant pathology, agroscience research, and laboratory management. Skilled in high-throughput chemical and biological analysis of soil, seed, and plant samples for agricultural and environmental monitoring. Experienced in both automated and manual testing workflows, with strong knowledge of experimental design, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated ability to manage research projects, support innovation in sustainable farming practices, and collaborate with producers, scientists, and technical teams to deliver practical outcomes. Multilingual communicator (English, Portuguese) with strong cross-cultural experience in Australia and Brazil.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Analysis Laboratory Technician
Eurofins Agroscience Services
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted high-throughput chemical analysis of soil and plant samples to support agronomic decision-making.
- Ensured accuracy, calibration, and precision across all workflows, troubleshooting equipment and minimising downtime.
- Contributed to process improvements that increased throughput and efficiency.
- Maintained strict laboratory safety standards, sterile practices, and quality control protocols.
- Supported reporting for clients on soil fertility, plant nutrition, and environmental compliance.
Greenhouse & Nursery Technician
The South Australian Tomato Company-SA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported irrigation,propagation, and crop management, across large-scale commercial greenhouse operations.
- Operated sowing and grading machinery to meet high-volume production targets.
- Implemented propagation systems for germination, grafting, and healing to optimise plant quality.
- Assisted in maintaining biosecurity and environmental controls in greenhouse operations.
Crop Cultivation/Potato Growers
The South Australian Potato Company
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated closely with the production team, resulting in improved efficiency and timely delivery of products to market.
- Prepared soil by tilling and aerating to create suitable conditions for planting.
- Conducted regular field scouting activities to identify potential disease or pest outbreaks early on.
- Planted seeds and seedlings in designated areas to ensure proper growth.
- Monitored plant health for signs of disease or pests and promptly reported issues.
- Assisted with harvesting by gathering mature crops and preparing for transport.
- Driving small tractors and machinery used for planting, fertilizing and harvesting of potato crops.
Research Technician- Plant Pathology
EPAMIG Brazil
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Conducted plant tissue culture and micropropagation for research species.
- Investigated fungicide sensitivity and variability of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum, publishing research findings.
- Cultivated isolates, performed compatibility group testing, and analysed laboratory data for plant disease control.
- Managed sterile workflows and developed technical reports for senior researchers.
Research Assistant (Genetic Improvement – Beans)
Federal University of Viçosa – Minas Gerais, Brazil
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Conducted genetic improvement projects for bean cultivars, including crossing, selection, and productivity trials.
- Designed and executed experiments in laboratory, greenhouse, and field settings.
- Partnered with rural producers to implement sustainable and market-ready varieties.
Research Assistant- Academic Researcher
Federal University of Viçosa - Brazil
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Conducted Projects: Reduction of fungicide use in bean genotypes with partial resistance to white mold.
- Developed detail-oriented and sustainable projects in the research area that will help rural producers in the commercial market.
- Planning, installation, conduction and evaluation of experiments in the field, greenhouse and laboratory.
- Evaluating the possibility of reducing the number of fungicide applications to control this disease with the use of a cultivar with partial resistance to white mold; and foliar diseases (anthracnose, angulate and rust)
- Conducting of genetic improvement projects for beans, development of bean cultivars using conventional breeding techniques, crossing practice, evaluation of plant architecture and productivity.
Scientific Researche
EPAMIG – Minas Gerais, Brazil
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Led nitrogen fertilisation trials for horticultural crops to optimise yield and quality.
- Collected and analysed soil and crop samples for agronomic assessment.
- Reported findings to government stakeholders and project sponsors.
Vegetable Production |Scientific Researcher
EPAMIG Brazil
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Developed a scientific Initiation - Project: “Management of nitrogen fertilization of quality vegetables (horticulture).
- Responsible for helping in the research objective: Evaluate the influence of nitrogen doses applied in top dressing.
- Conduct the Work Plan: Taking soil samples, preparing the area, fertilizing the planting and make topdressing, treatments with doses of nitrogen.
- Follow up the culture in the field and possible analyses in the laboratory.
Education
Diploma Project Management - Project Management
Albright Institute Business Language
01-2023
Master of Science - Master in Phytotechnics ,focusing On Plant Disease
Federal University of Viçosa
07-2015
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Engineer
Federal University of Viçosa
05-2013
Skills
- Soil, seed, and plant sample analysis (chemical, biological, and molecular techniques)
- Plant pathology, crop protection, and genetic improvement research
- Laboratory management, quality assurance, OH&S compliance
- Data collection, bioinformatics tools, and statistical analysis
- Technical report writing and scientific publications
- Team collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and industry partnerships
- Strong organisational and project management skills
Certification
Certificate II and III in Business - ILSC College - Australia (2019 -2021)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Analysis Laboratory Technician
Eurofins Agroscience Services
04.2024 - 05.2025
Greenhouse & Nursery Technician
The South Australian Tomato Company-SA
01.2023 - 01.2024
Crop Cultivation/Potato Growers
The South Australian Potato Company
01.2022 - 01.2023
Research Technician- Plant Pathology
EPAMIG Brazil
01.2018 - 01.2020
Research Assistant (Genetic Improvement – Beans)
Federal University of Viçosa – Minas Gerais, Brazil
03.2015 - 03.2018
Research Assistant- Academic Researcher
Federal University of Viçosa - Brazil
01.2015 - 01.2018
Scientific Researche
EPAMIG – Minas Gerais, Brazil
04.2014 - 04.2015
Vegetable Production |Scientific Researcher
EPAMIG Brazil
01.2014 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Master in Phytotechnics ,focusing On Plant Disease
Federal University of Viçosa
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Engineer
Federal University of Viçosa
Diploma Project Management - Project Management
Albright Institute Business Language
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