Researcher – Plant Breeding Full-Time

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is hiring a Researcher – Plant Breeding based in Zambézia.

Job Purpose

Under the general supervision of a Scientist, plan the implementation of experiment(s), survey(s) and other research studies and conduct them as specified / defined in the research outline. Collect and analyze data. Work closely together with collaborating partners. Contribute to data analysis and the preparation of manuscript for reports, publications and presentations/posters. Assist in training activities. Experiments under his/her responsibility are related to Plant Breeding.

 Responsibilities

• Plan the implementation of the routine experiment(s) in the field of Plant Breeding to support projects goals of the Organizational Unit’s (OU’s) research objectives related to breeding;
• Coordinate with collaborators on their research activities as required;
• Plan the support/manpower needed and set up a work schedule;
• Prepare the material and equipment needed based on the research outline provided;
• Assist in applying methods/techniques that guarantee the success of the experiments;
• Assist in supervising the implementation of experiments in the field of Plant Breeding;
• Oversee the work of research technician and/or contract workers to ensure that research activities are implemented according to plan and specific standards;
• Coordinate with collaborating OUs the timely supply of material needed;
• Contribute to the preservation of research areas and direct the maintenance of technical equipment ( replacement);
• Collect and analyze research data in the field of Plant Breeding;
• Collect and process data to its required form;
• Identify inconsistencies in the data collection and/or missing information;
• Carry out graphical and basic statistical data analysis;
• Update database for storage and retrieval of information/data;
• Contribute to the preparation of reports and publications, and presentations in the field of Plant Breeding;
• Provide appropriate data and information about the experiment(s);
• Contribute to manuscripts/write-ups for annual reports and publications in refereed journals as well as presentation/posters for a national and international conference;
• Support the training of scholars and on-the-job trainees as required;
• Act as a resource person for training courses andvisitors;
• Supervise the work of ResearchTechnicians;
• Provide feedback on the performance of Research Technician to immediate supervisor;
• Assist Students and Trainees;
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture;
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in Agriculture;
• Is familiar with quality control tools;
• Has proven technical proficiency in conducting research experiments;
• Has strong analytical skills.

How to aplly

Link: jobs.irri.org