IITA Genetic Resources Scientist for Clonally Propagated Crops Jobs 2022 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. IITA Nigeria looking for “Genetic Resources Scientist for Clonally Propagated Crops”. Applicants with a Ph.D. in Plant Breeding may apply on or before 10 December 2022.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture is a non-profit organisation that works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture, with the ultimate goals of reducing hunger, malnutrition, and poverty.
IITA Genetic Resources Scientist for Clonally Propagated Crops Jobs 2022
The IITA has published a job vacancy announcement on 19 November 2022 for qualified Nigeria’s to fill in the vacant post of Genetic Resources Scientist for Clonally Propagated Crops to be based in Abuja, Nigeria.
Recruiter | International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) |
Position | Genetic Resources Scientist for Clonally Propagated Crops |
Location | Abuja, Nigeria |
Country | Nigeria |
Total Vacant Post | N/A |
Qualification | Ph.D. in Plant Breeding |
Experience Required | Minimum of five years |
Application Deadline | 10 December 2022 |
IITA Job Vacancy 2022
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the internationally recruited position of Genetic Resources Scientist for Clonally Propagated Crops.
Position Responsibilities:
Develop and lead a program of research to address the major constraints in the conservation and use of genetic resources of clonally propagated crops. Particularly:
- Research on and implementation of IITA clonal crop (cassava and yam cryopreservation and establishment of IITA cryobank.
- Studies on key aspects of the biology of clonally propagated crops, especially
- regarding their response to tissue culture and the provision of clean planting materials.
- Facilitate and ensure the use of the genebank accessions by breeding programs for genetic improvement.
- Put in place a quality management system (QMS) up to international standards.
- Publication in peer-review (Thompson) and high-impact and open-access journals.
- Development of strong scientific collaborations inside and beyond ITA.
- Resource mobilization.
Qualification:
- The candidate should have a Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Plant Biology and Physiology, Genetics, Conservation Biology, or related fields from a highly recognized university.
Experience:
- Minimum of five years experience in either an advanced research institute or Commercial mass propagation company.
- Expertise in plant biology and physiology, plant biotechnology including micropropagation and transformation.
- Knowledge of molecular biology, conservation, cell biology, botanic, seed biology, or other related sciences is an asset.
- Experience in a multidisciplinary research organization and cross-cultural environment, preferably in a not-for-profit organization.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential. French is highly desirable.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills, with Gender, Diversity, and Inclusion (GDI) awareness and understanding.
- Highly effective planning, organizational, and multi‐tasking skills with a positive attitude and strong administrative service orientation.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply IITA Genetic Resources Scientist for Clonally Propagated Crops Jobs 2022
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The Closing Date: 10 December 2022
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Particulars | Details Link |
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Official Website | www.iita.org |
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