Research Technician-ICRISAT at World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)

Duties and responsibilities

• Devise and conduct laboratory, greenhouse and field experiments
• Process samples, and analyze data
• Communicate results to the responsible scientists through reports and presentations
• Collaborate with industry/academia in developing new techniques, practices or designing new research experiments.
• Present ongoing works and findings to colleagues within ICRISAT as well as in academic conferences.
• Carry out the necessary field component of research projects
• Teach and demonstrate relevant procedures to students and other trainees attached to the laboratory including other members of staff.
• Work in multidisciplinary teams across different local universities and research institutions
• Maintain a lab management information system, seamlessly keeping track of inventory, equipment and standards of operation.
• Ensure proper and responsible utilization of laboratory supplies and equipment by the laboratory team.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in biological sciences
• At least 1 year of experience in a rigorous molecular biology lab environment
• Experience in design and implementation of “omics” experiments.
• Knowledge of molecular genetics, genotyping and trait discovery
• Knowledge of quantitative genetics.
• Some experience with R or Python programming for biology
• Sound interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as in a team setting, preferably having experience working in multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams
• Experience in an international organization environment will be an added advantage
• Ability to prioritize and organize work efficiently and independently.