Research Technicians - Seed Systems

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: www.cimmyt.org

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented professional for the following positions with the new Nepal Seed and Fertilizer project, funded by USAID and led by CIMMYT:

POSITION: Research Technicians - Seed Systems

Reference No: N 16647

Work Station: Dhanghadi, Kathmandu, Nepalgunj (2)Tulsipur

Qualification:

• BSc degree in agronomy,  horticulture, biological science or Diploma in agriculture
• 5 years of experience for Diploma or 2 years for experience for BSc graduates in field trials. 
• Must have experience doing field work in agriculture, including working with governmental and non-governmental partners, and with farmers. 
• Must be proficient in field-based data collection, contributing data to research studies as well as monitoring and evaluation reports. 
• Must be able to work with a team, as well as independently. 
• Good communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to build partnerships in the field. 
• Good organizational skills and proficiency in written and spoken English are a must
• Description of the position.
• Assist the trial coordinator in field layout, establishment of research trials and data collection
• Conduct research station adaptive trials and field demonstrations for innovating crop varieties at hub level 
• Assess the effectiveness and impact of varieties by collecting and analyzing data 
• Train small business entrepreneurs, field technicians, grass root extension workers and service providers and help developing training modules 
• Organize field days for awareness generation about NSAF-promoted seed system technologies bringing in farmers, end users and partners 
• Assist in the collection, management and tabulation of data from farmers’ fields  
• Facilitate studies to map adoption pattern of concerned NSAF Seed system  technologies 
• Assist in organizing visits, training events, and workshops
• Ensure proper maintenance of lab and farm equipment 
• Help supervise contracted labor on daily basis to ensure quality field work 
• Ensure proper record keeping of labor on daily basis and assigning day to day work to them in discussion with Trial Coordinators

Candidates must send their CV and cover letter to CIMMYT-NRSrecruitsouthasia@cgiar.org no later than Saturday, 25th June  2016.

Please include reference number in the subject of your email.

Incomplete applications (without CV and cover letter) will not be taken into consideration.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

This position will remain open until filled.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer.  It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork and respect for diversity.  

Women are encouraged to apply.