Post-Doctoral Fellow - Nematology Soil Health at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Position Responsibilities

Research Design and Scientific Contribution

• Contribute to the design and planning of laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments. 
• Develop and refine methodologies for soil health and nematode assessment. 
• Provide scientific and analytical input to research activities and experimental protocols. 

Research Implementation

• Participate in the implementation of field and laboratory studies. 
• Ensure adherence to established scientific protocols and data quality standards. 
• Support data collection and validation across research sites

Data Analysis and Knowledge Generation

• Conduct statistical analyses and interpretation of nematode and soil health data using appropriate analytical tools. 
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. 
• Develop technical reports and other scientific outputs arising from research activities. 

Research Collaboration and Capacity Building

• Collaborate with research partners and multidisciplinary teams in implementing project activities. 
• Provide scientific mentorship to postgraduate students and junior researchers where appropriate. 
• Contribute to the preparation of research proposals and scientific communications

Scientific Dissemination

• Present research findings at scientific meetings, workshops, and conferences. 
• Contribute to technical briefs and other knowledge products relevant to the research programme. 
• Support dissemination of research outputs to stakeholders and collaborators.

Any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

Educational Qualifications

• The candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Nematology, Soil Health, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in field and screen house experimentation, data collection, consolidation and analysis, scientific report writing, and team management is required.
• Experience in managing research activities and contributing to multidisciplinary projects will be an added advantage.

Core Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Plant Nematology and Soil Health principles.
• Proven ability in data collection, management, analysis, and interpretation.
• Excellent scientific writing and reporting skills.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration skills.