Latest career opportunity at ICRISAT, Hyderabad: ICRISAT, Hyderabad invites applications to recruit the following jobs.
Jobs Details:
Senior Scientist (Sorghum Breeding, Bamako, Mali, West and Central Africa (WCA) Region)
Qualifications:
- PhD in Genetics and/or Plant Breeding with 5-10 years breeding experience, with an interest in both basic research and development-oriented and on-farm research.
- Demonstrated interest and experience in international agricultural research, in particular to conduct research to benefit small-holder sorghum farmers in West Africa.
- Experience or familiarity with quantitative/population genetics, genomics tools for enhancing efficiency applied to breeding program.
- Experience in running field based research program to gain precise and reliable phenotypic data, demonstrated capacity in implementing participatory research methods.
- Experience with variety development and release as well as effective seed dissemination.
- Statistical skills, knowledge of computer applications and software for data collection, management and analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to work collegially in a matrix environment, collaboratively in diverse, multicultural partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, and interest to work in interdisciplinary team.
- Project management experience delivering project reports and managing budgets.
- Good track record in project reporting, proposal development, and publication.
- Willingness to travel extensively in the region and globally.
- Fluency in English with excellent written/oral communication and presentation skills; working knowledge of French is highly desirable.
How to Apply: Candidates can apply online only.
Application Last Date: Nov 16, 2015
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