Trial Agronomist - Varietal Testing
Details / requirements:
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:
We are seeking candidates with the following academic qualifications, skills and attitudes:
POSITION: Trial Agronomist - Varietal Testing
Reference No: N 16645
Work Station: Nepalgunj
Qualification:
- MSc in Agronomy or plant breeding with minimum 3 years of experience in conducting trials on a research farm.
- Significant and demonstrated practical experience in field-based varietal testing activities.
- Excellent communication and team-building skills with a demonstrated ability to liaise with the national system and local government.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate research results effectively to a wide range of audiences through peer reviewed publications and other means
DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION
Specific duties:
- Coordinate NSAF seed systems trial activities in collaboration with IRRI, CEPREAD, NARC, seed companies and NGO partners at the TRP center.
- Provide agronomy support to all NSAF partners in the region in conducting different trials supporting seed systems.
- Provide practical training to farmers, extensions workers, farm advisors and researchers from the partners.
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.
Overview
Category | Technical |
Openings | 1 |
Experience | 3+ years |
Education | Please check vacancy details |
Posted Date | 10 Jun, 2016 |
Apply Before | 25 Jun, 2016 |
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