Vacancy for Plant Pathologist for host plant resistance at IRRI, Philippines

INTERNATIONAL RICE RESEARCH INSTITUTE

POST: Plant Pathologist for Host Plant Resistance (Scientist)

LAST DATE: 20 October 2011

We are looking for a senior scientist who will use crop health/disease management approaches to provide practical tools and strategies to address chronic and emerging rice plant diseases in the context of changing production scenarios and climate change. The research will contribute to Program 3 of the Global Rice Science Partnership (GRiSP): “Ecological and sustainable management of rice-based production systems.” The scientist will collaborate with a team of agronomists, crop production specialists, and breeders working on diseases, insects, weeds, and rodents.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct research on germplasm utilization to fight emerging rice diseases

• Develop robust phenotyping and screening methods to differentiate resistant germplasm

• Explore new frontiers of non-host resistance as a means to develop broad-spectrum resistance to multiple diseases

• Investigate the genetic basis of quantitative resistance to multiple diseases

• Work in close collaboration with breeders to develop pre-breeding materials resistant to diseases

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• The successful candidate should have a PhD in plant pathology/genetics or related disciplines in biology

• With at least 2 years of postdoctoral experience

• Good knowledge of advances in molecular and genetic analyses of host-pathogen interactions

• Experience in plant pathology with good knowledge of molecular genetics

• Solid experience in field pathology and plant breeding

• Good oral, writing, and English communication skills

Screening will start on 20 October 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.

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

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