AFRICAN RICE CENTRE
REF: IRS/24/RD/2011/10
POST: Researcher Crop Modeling
The researcher will be stationed in Cotonou, Benin.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate should have:
· A Ph.D. degree in Plant Production, Crop Modelling or a relevant subject;
· Minimal five years of relevant work experience, preferably in Africa;
· Experience in the application and validation of crop growth models like CERESRice, ORYZA2000, WOFOST, EPIC, DSSAT, etc.;
· Strong programming skills in C++, Fortran;
· Communication skills in either English or French.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
· Experience in the integration of remote sensing derived data (such as crop phenology or Leaf Area Index) in crop modelling.
· Experience in the use of GIS software like ArcGIS;
· Scientific publication record;
· Knowledge of rice production systems in Africa.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
ü This is an internationally recruited position.
ü AfricaRice provides attractive international salary and benefits package and a collegial and gender‐sensitive working environment.
ü The appointment is for two years with possibility for renewal Application procedure
Candidates should send an application (including a cover letter and a detailed CV with the following information: Name, surname, gender, date of birth, family status, nationality, diplomas obtained, professional experience, language skills (French/English), the names and addresses (including telephone / fax / email) of three referees.
APPLY ONLINE FOR THIS POSITION:
Please go to:http://www.africarice.org/warda/jobs.asp. And use the link ‘apply now’ for the position concerned.
Applications will be considered up to November 30, 2011.
AfricaRice believes that staff diversity promotes excellence in its operations, and encourages applications from women and developing country professionals.
AfricaRice thanks all applicants but only the short listed candidates will be contacted.
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.africarice.org/
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