Walk in interview for the post of Senior Research Fellow, School of Public Health and Zoonoses, GADVASU, Ludhiana

Senior research fellow post at GADVASU

Research technician post at ICRISAT, Hyderabad

POST: Research Technician

Responsibilities:

• To conduct participatory field trials with farmers at different districts and collect high quality data sets required for scientific research
• Day to day supervision of various activities in the farmers’ fields and collection, compilation and tabulation of data
• To train the farmers/farm facilitators and provide technical support, maintaining improved interventions at benchmark locations
• To record scientific data, collecting of the information about the farmers and undertaking the crop cutting experiments to record yields in the demonstration plots.
• In addition to the above, any other responsibilities as entrusted by supervisor

Competencies:

• Fluent in English and local language (Telugu/Kannada/ Maharashtra) (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:

• B.Sc (Agri) / B.Sc in Biological Sciences / Science Graduate from any stream with essential knowledge of agricultural crops and livestock.
• Candidates with flair for field work, group interactions and suitable experience will be 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.

Last date to submit application: 8 December 2015

How to Apply: Click on the link.

Scientific Officer for AVRDC – The World Vegetable Center

POST: Scientific Officer for AVRDC – The World Vegetable Center

Key responsibilities:

1. Assist in conducting controlled growth assays (Glasshouse and controlled environment conditions); in identifying water use efficient and high biomass genotypes among germplasm of vegetable species.
2. Manage and maintain vegetable crops in the field. Conduct field screening for vegetable species for growth and yield traits (develop growth and yield assays). Handle and process research data for statistical analysis.
3. Timely (crop growth wise) collection of biological samples (leaf, stem, grain etc) in replicates and assist for stable isotopes analysis using IRMS.
4. Assist to produce papers for publication in refereed journals and conference presentation
5. Provide activity/progress reports and support services to official activities
6. Perform other tasks that may be assigned

Qualifications and experience: A bachelor degree in Agriculture/Horticulture with a Master’s in Crop/Plant Physiology; At least three (3) years of R & D experience in crop/plant physiology related work (lab assays, controlled growth/field related growth/yield measurements, conservation agriculture concepts, water relations, WUE etc), some working knowledge on stable isotopes (carbon & oxygen); Good analytical and technical skills, analyze data and communicate research findings; Good management and organizational skills; Demonstrated ability to deliver outputs on time and accurately with minimum supervision; good computer skills (MS Office/excel, statistical programs); Good in written and spoken English; Willingness to travel within India; Highly motivated and creative, can work effectively in a multicultural environment.

The appointment: A competitive all-inclusive consolidated compensation will be paid based on experience and skills. The appointment is for one year (12 months only).

How to Apply: Click on the link.

Closing Date: 15 December 2015 or until the position is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Scientific Officer (Scaling-up) post at ICRISAT

POST: Scientific Officer (Scaling-up)

ICRISAT invites applications for Scientific Officer (Scaling-up) to undertake scaling-up research in Africa to be based in Ethiopia to serve the ESA region.

Responsibilities:

• To undertake participatory development research for integrating and testing technologies in partnership with farmers
• Build network of partners, development investors and assist the country coordinator/IDC director in mobilizing the resources for scaling-up research
• Prepare reports of various trials and help the country coordinator/ IDC Director for preparing the project proposals targeting to specific countries
• To plan, conduct on-farm trials and analyze the data for writing the documents

The Person:

• MSc in Agriculture/Horticulture with excellent academic background
• At least five years of experience in scaling-up research or participatory research for development
• Excellent written and oral communication

The Reward:

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position with an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package payable in US dollars. The position is initially for three years, and extendable depending on performance of the incumbent, requirement for the position and availability of funds.

How to apply:

Applicants should apply on or before 13 December 2015, with a letter of motivation, latest Curriculum Vitae, and the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable about your professional qualifications and work experience. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please CLICK HERE to submit your application.

Scientific Officer post at ICRISAT, Hyderabad

INTERNATIONAL CROP RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR SEMI ARID TROPICS

 POST: Scientific officer: Project site coordinator for the Innovation platform and Agronomic activities

Project: Nudging Sustainability Transitions Using Innovation Platforms and Market-Oriented Development in Mozambique

Responsibilities

    Brokerage of information, knowledge, contacts, initiatives, partnerships within the IP (farmers, private sector, government support services, development community) and with research partners

    Organize and facilitate capacity development of farmers and IP members on the ‘quick wins’ as prioritized by the IP, through regular field visits and per assignment as planned in the project

    Coordinate, implement and document multi-stakeholder meetings, coordinate visits of researchers and support data collection (secondary data, baseline and monitoring)

    Clear and timely communications that carry the momentum of activities and support instant learning and planning

    Documentation and report writing in English and Portuguese language

    Representation of the project at national meetings, as per request

The Person:

    BSc (Agricultural economics; rural sociology; communication sciences; development studies or related discipline). MSc would be an advantage

    Minimum 2 years of postgraduate experience in research and/or development

    Knowledge on smallholder crop livestock production, notably agronomic technologies and market development, collective action, institutional development, innovation systems, climate variability and change in the Mozambican drylands

    Practical experience in stakeholder engagement and value chain development would be advantageous.

Skills and Requirements:

    Since this position is key to support the implementation of Innovation Platforms, excellent communication and facilitation skills, strong ability in networking with multiple actors, are crucial.

    Strong organizational skills, client orientation, and an ability to work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams

    Should be familiar with local language (preferred)

    Conversant with computers and related statistical software (SPSS, Excel, STATA, etc)

    Capable of working with limited supervision and self motivated

The Reward:

This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position with an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package payable in US dollars. The position is initially for 33 months, and extendable depending on performance of the incumbent and funding availability.

    The position will be based in Tete city and requires frequent traveling.

How to apply:

    Applicants should apply on or before 15 December, 2015, with a letter of motivation, latest Curriculum Vitae, and names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please CLICK HERE to submit your application.