Scientific Officer – Genebank (Seed Laboratory) post at ICRISAT

International Crop Research Institute for Semi Arid Tropics

POST: Scientific Officer – Genebank (Seed Laboratory)

ICRISAT seeks applications from Indian nationals for the post of Scientific Officer – Genebank (Seed Laboratory) to be based at Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh, India. This is a nationally recruited position.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, apolitical, international organization for science-based agricultural development. Established in 1972, it is an Alliance of centers of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), and supported by more than 48 governments, foundations, and development banks. To reduce poverty, enhance crop productivity and food security and to protect the environment, ICRISAT research focuses on farming systems and crop improvement, management and utilization of sorghum, pearl millet, pigeonpea, chickpea, and groundnut in the semi-arid tropics. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Plan and organize seed processing and conservation activities;

•Seed germination and quality testing, viability monitoring, inventory on germplasm collections and seed sampling for planting and distribution, data collection and analysis, documentation;

•Upkeep of the seed lab, storage and special facilities of the unit;

•Assistance in seed conservation research and preparing reports

COMPETENCIES:

•Proficiency in English communication skills (both written and spoken);

•Proficiency in Computer skills (Ms- Office, data analysis);

•Should be a good team player and adaptable to working in multicultural team.

REQUIREMENTS:

•M.Sc in Agriculture with Seed Technology/Genetic Resources/Genetics and Plant Breeding or Botany.

•3 years of experience. Candidates with specialization in seed technology and exposure to handling similar activities in large seed testing laboratories preferred

GENERAL: 

The position is for three years, renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the Institute's continuing need for the position. An attractive compensation is offered for the right candidate.

HOW TO APPLY:  The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees and date of availability. Please send applications stating the job title clearly on the application/envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, or by E-mail to icrisat.nrsjobs@cgiar.org, latest by 15 June 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

“ICRISAT strongly welcomes women candidates to apply"

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.icrisat.org/careers/Scientific-Officer–Genebank(Seed-Laboratory).htm