Recruitment of Molecular Breeder at IRRI, Philippines

INTERNATIONAL RICE RESEARCH INSTITUTE, PHILIPPINES

POST: Molecular Breeder for Abiotic Stresses (Scientist)(IRS-2011-06-DB)

LOCATION: Los Baños, Philippines

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: IRS - Internationally Recruited Staff

EDUCATION: PhD

Positions: 1

REFERENCE NUMBER: IRS-2011-06-DB

APPLY BY: 30 September 2011

We are seeking a molecular breeder for abiotic stresses who will work in close collaboration with breeders, geneticists, and physiologists in developing pre-breeding products with increased tolerance for abiotic stresses, particularly heat and phosphorous (P) deficiency,  and who will integrate molecular approaches to enhance tolerance for heat and P deficiency of high-yielding varieties suitable for irrigated and rainfed ecosystems.  

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Apply molecular approaches in close collaboration with breeders, geneticists, and physiologists in developing pre-breeding products with enhanced tolerance for heat and P deficiency

·         Identify traits and underlying QTLs/genes that enhance tolerance for low-P conditions

·         Map QTLs/genes governing heat tolerance at different growth stages

·         Integrate molecular breeding approaches to transfer and pyramid existing and novel QTLs for the development of varieties tolerant of heat and P deficiency for irrigated and rainfed ecosystems by marker-assisted selection

·         Participate in degree and non-degree training programs and publish results in scientific journals

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

·         PhD in plant breeding or a related field

·         At least 3 years of postdoctoral experience in plant breeding, particularly molecular marker application; experience in rice breeding, particularly in abiotic stresses and mapping genes/QTLs for heat tolerance and P deficiency

·         Excellent written and spoken English

Screening will start on 30 September 2011 and will continue until a suitable candidate has been found.

Please indicate the position reference number in the e-mail subject line. IRRI regrets that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IRRI provides a multicultural work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity, with a competitive compensation and benefit package. Women are encouraged to apply.

Join us to deliver rice science for a better world

Interested candidates  should apply online . Should you encounter problems applying online please email at IRRIRecruitment@irri.org.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://irri.org/irri/our-people/come-work-with-us