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Oyo |
Posted 4 years ago |
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is recruiting candidates for a Research Supervisor (Breeding).
JOB TITLE: Research Supervisor (Breeding)
JOB LOCATION: Ibadan, Oyo
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2020-021
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)
JOB DETAILS:
Establishment of field trials:
- Design trials using under supervision of breeder using state-of-the art experimental approaches including row-column and alpha-lattice designs.
- Manage day-to-day operations of on-station, off-station, and on-farm cassava breeding field trials.
Phenotyping and data management:
- Prepare plot barcodes and electronic resources for data capture including hardware and software
- Collect pre-harvest data, including early plant vigor, pest and disease resistance and morphological characterization.
- Conduct harvesting of field trials and capture yield and yield-related traits data
- Prepare and upload data on Breeding Database (cassavabase)
- Responsible for updating and maintaining trials and pedigree records.
Implementation of high-throughput phenotyping:
- Carry out image-based phenotyping (leaf and root traits related to morphology and pest and diseases)
- Conduct phenotyping of quality traits using portable Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) equipment
Qualification
- B.Sc / HND in Agriculture, Agronomy, Biology, or related fields with two (2) years’ experience in field breeding environment.
Competencies
The ideal candidate must:
- Have good field data collection skills, excellent record keeping, experience in high through-put phenotyping, trial design and data analysis skills
- Be organized, strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills
- Consistently follow field and lab protocols and other directions and with minimal errors
- Be dependable, takes initiative and responsibility for own actions
- Be flexible, adaptable, able to respond to changes in routine
- Be strong listening, verbal, and documentation skills.
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format.The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.
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Job Features
Job Category | Research / Survey |
Deadline | 10th August, 2020. |