International
Rice Research Institute
POST:Assistant Scientist -
Quantitative Genetics (PRS-2012-96-GY)
APPLY BY:30 May-2012
LOCATION: Philippines
SPECIALIZATION/SKILLS:
Proficiency in
statistical programming (i.e R, SAS) and system maintenance; Ability to
understand consultee's problems and make suggestions for appropriate solutions,
ability in training scientists and researchers on quantitativr genetics/statistical
concepts and theories and their applications to agricultural research; Ability
to acquire and learn new methods and techniques through self-study, good
interpersonal and human realtion skills, good oral and written communication
skills.
BASIC PURPOSE :Provide quantitative genetics
advice and assistance to all IRRI researchers and collaborators from other
institutions
Develop training materials and
delivers of qualitative genetic training to IRRI staff and researchers from
collaborating institutions.
Conduct basic quantitative
genetics analyses including linkage and association mapping.
Test analytical
pipelines/packages for quantitative genetics analysis
ROLES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.
Consulting (30%)
Provides technical assistance and
works closely with scientists and researchers, from within and outside IRRI, in
all aspects of genetic design, analysis, and interpretation to ensure
statiscally valid and sound research results.
Develops R subscripts for non-routine genetic
analyses to give researcher access to efficient and reliable analytical
methods.
2. Training and Development of
Courseware Materials (30%)
Design training courses and
develops training materials (i.e., handouts, exercise and, slides)
Acts as resource person and
delivers training in in-house and in-country training programs for NARS
scientists
3. Testing analytical
pipelines/packages for genetic analysis (30%)
Develops testing cases for
testing the analytical pipelines/packages for qualitative genetics analysis
Conducts testing and prepare
reports
4. Conducting other duties nay be
assigned from time to time by supervisors. (10%)
QUALIFICATION
REQUIREMENTS
BS in Plant/Animal Qualitative
Genetics or Biometrics
At least 3 years experience in
plant/animal genetic analysis or related areas
Knowledge of classical and modern
genetic analysis methods.
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