Research Associate: Plant Breeding-2 Positions
Agriculture, Farming Jobs
- ICRISAT - International Crops…
- Expires 31 Jan 2020
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
ICRISAT is a non-profit international agricultural research institute undertaking research targeting the improvement of food and feed crop varieties (sorghum, pearl millet, groundnut, chickpea, and pigeon pea) and resource management technologies for poorfarmers based in semi-arid agro-ecologies. ICRISAT is inviting applications from suitable Zim babwea n nationals to fill in two (2) positions of Research Associates-Plant Breeding.
Duties and Responsibilities
Deliver the highest quality field data as part of Eastern & Southern Africa's (ESA) Plant Breeding Research and Development pipeline by providing optimal trial management at times working on an Internal R & D effort that spans across crops, sites and region
Implement unique and innovative technology solutions designed to improve research design and operations success through the use of new tools and methodologies to improve overall plant breeding phenotyping such agronomic planting, harvesting tools and shelling systems, and data capture applications
Work closely with the Lead Breeder/Scientist to deliver detailed experimental protocols that enable product advancement decisions and placement decisions to our partners
Organise & execute day to day priorities of the sites as the leader such as pre-season logistical trial planning and in-season phenotyping activities
Ensure delivery of seasonal workload by prioritising between competing workflows & through the creation of contingency plans
Expand testing networks and link with public and private sector research collaborators
Collect and lead the collection of data and summarise phenotypic and genotypic data within the breeding programme and evaluation zone to support product development and the advancement of superior hybrids, varieties and traits
Data base management and taking charge of seed movements within Zimbabwe and across the region
Liaise between private seed companies and the IP office in Patancheru on issues pertaining to the issuance of maintainer rights for varieties developed by ICRISAT
Recruit, train, develop, supervise, retain and motivate support staff to ensure timely completion of tasks
Qualifications and Experience
MSc in Plant Breeding, Agronomy or related field of study with 5+ years of significant experience in an agricultural-related research position
Broad knowledge and experience with agricultural equipment and row crop production practices and history of leveraging that knowledge in that knowledge in a research environment
Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative team-based environment
Strong computer skills related to data acquisition, organization, maintaining large data sets and data analysis History of implementation of continuous improvements and new innovations through the work on project teams
Excellent written/verbal communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, teamwork sills, conflict management and adaptability to change are required.
Detail oriented with an analytical mindset and ability to handle pressure and meeting deadlines
Valid driver's license is mandatory and willingness to travel extensively to yield trial locations across sites and spend time away from home during peak seasons
How to Apply
The applicant should include up-to-date curriculum vitae, the names and addresses (including e-mail) of two referees. Appointment will be on local terms and on yearly renewable contracts. Salaries are attractive and nationally competitive. The position is available immediately. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date for applications is 31 January 2020.
Applications should be addressed to the Finance and Administration Manager, ICRISAT-Bulawayo, P.O. Box 776, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe [Phone +263 292 809 313/5; Email: ICRISATZW@CGIAR.ORG
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