ICRISAT is a non-profit, apolitical, international organization for science-based agricultural development. Established in 1972, it is an Alliance of centers of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), and supported by more than 48 governments, foundations, and development banks. To reduce poverty, enhance crop productivity and food security and to protect the environment, ICRISAT research focuses on farming systems and crop improvement, management and utilization of sorghum, pearl millet, pigeon pea, chickpea, and groundnut in the semi-arid tropics.
National recruitment for Scientific Officer for AVRDC – The World Vegetable Center at ICIRISAT
Position : Scientific Officer
No of Post : One
Key responsibilities:
- Assist in conducting controlled growth assays (Glasshouse and controlled environment conditions); in identifying water use efficient and high biomass genotypes among germplasm of vegetable species.
- Manage and maintain vegetable crops in the field. Conduct field screening for vegetable species for growth and yield traits (develop growth and yield assays). Handle and process research data for statistical analysis.
- Timely (crop growth wise) collection of biological samples (leaf, stem, grain etc) in replicates and assist for stable isotopes analysis using IRMS.
- Assist to produce papers for publication in refereed journals and conference presentation
- Provide activity/progress reports and support services to official activities
- Perform other tasks that may be assigned
Desired Profile : A bachelor degree in Agriculture/Horticulture with a Master’s in Crop/Plant Physiology; At least three (3) years of R & D experience in crop/plant physiology related work (lab assays, controlled growth/field related growth/yield measurements, conservation Agriculture concepts, water relations, WUE etc), some working knowledge on stable isotopes (carbon & oxygen); Good analytical and technical skills, analyze data and communicate research findings; Good management and organizational skills; Demonstrated ability to deliver outputs on time and accurately with minimum supervision; good computer skills (MS Office/excel, statistical programs); Good in written and spoken English; Willingness to travel within India; Highly motivated and creative, can work effectively in a multicultural environment.
Duration : A competitive all-inclusive consolidated compensation will be paid based on experience and skills. The appointment is for one year (12 months only).
Deadline : 15.12.15
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