Scientific Officer -ICRISAT at World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)

Overview

• ICRISAT is currently seeking a qualified candidate to fill the locally recruited position of a Scientific Officer at its ESA Regional Crop Improvement Station at ICRISAT-Kiboko.

Duties and responsibilities

• Plan and execute experimental protocols and performance trials in field for sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet, groundnuts, chickpea and pigeon pea.
• Operate research equipment, taking notes, entering data with internal IT systems and complying with seed stewardship standards.
• Capture data in iOS operating systems (desktop computing, iPhones, iPads), Breeding Management System (BMS) and conduct data quality check and assurance to enable timely advancement of the 6 mandate crops.
• Write progressive reports, manuals and scientific articles.
• Supervise and motivate the labour, capacity building of farmers, students and other collaborators.
• Manage relationships with co-operators/partners to ensure timely completion and integrity of data collected.
• Procure farm inputs and consumables.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Plant Breeding, Agronomy or related fields and minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• Experience in a research environment, specifically in field layout, data analysis, and good crop husbandry practices.
• Sound interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• At least 2 years of experience in a research institution and an understanding of plant breeding.

Education, knowledge and experience

• Master’s degree in Plant Breeding, Agronomy or related fields and minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• Experience in a research environment, specifically in field layout, data analysis, and good crop husbandry practices.
• Sound interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.
• At least 2 years of experience in a research institution and an understanding of plant breeding.