INTERNATIONAL
CROP RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR SEMI ARID TROPICS
POST: Special Project Scientist
(Abiotic Stress Breeding)
CIMMYT- India seeks applications
from Indian nationals for a Special Project Scientist (Abiotic Stress Breeding)
position, to be based at its sister institute ICRISAT, in Patancheru, Hyderabad
(Andhra Pradesh).
About CIMMYT:
International Maize and Wheat
Improvement Center (CIMMYT, www.cimmyt.org) is an internationally funded
non-profit scientific research and training organization. One of 15
International Institutes under the Consultative Group on International
Agricultural Research (CGIAR, www.cgiar.org), CIMMYT has its global
headquarters in Mexico. The Asia Regional Maize Program of CIMMYT is hosted by
its sister organization, ICRISAT, at its headquarters in Patancheru, Hyderabad.
CIMMYT’s mission is to reduce
poverty and enhance food security in the developing world by increasing the
productivity, profitability, and sustainability of maize and wheat-based
agricultural systems while protecting the natural resource base.
THE JOB:
Work on breeding maize germplasm for high yield, and key abiotic
stresses. Be involved in genetic and marker analysis suited for various
important traits. Provide support in developing selection criteria and phenotyping
maize germplasm for various key abiotic stresses. Data recording, statistical
analysis, interpretation and presentation, developing pedigree information, and
assisting in writing project reports and proposals. Excellent understanding of
field- and lab-based techniques relevant to maize breeding and abiotic stresses
and management of field trials, and field operations.
PRIMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
•Excellent understanding of
experimental design, and statistical software.
•Demonstrated ability to publish
in refereed science journals of international repute
•Proficiency in spoken and
written English; ability to communicate in Hindi/Telegu
•Excellent computer skills, and
experience in statistical software.
•Demonstrated ability to work
collegially and collaboratively in diverse team and multicultural partnerships.
•Willing to travel within and
outside India as and when needed.
CANDIDATE PROFILE /
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ph.D. in Genetics & Plant
Breeding or relevant subject, with at least two years of post-doctoral relevant
experience.
COMPENSATION:
This position will be initially
for two years, and renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and
funding availability. An attractive all-inclusive lump sum compensation will be
offered.
HOW TO APPLY:
The application should include an
up-to-date resume (name, date of birth, family status), names and addresses
(including phone & e-mail) of three referees, and date of availability.
Please send applications by email to : icrisatjobs@cgiar.org stating the job
title (Special Project Scientist-CIMMYT) in the subject column of the email, to
Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, latest
by 30 April 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
CIMMYT AND ICRISAT
ARE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS, AND IS ESPECIALLY INTERESTED IN INCREASING THE
PARTICIPATION OF WOMEN ON THEIR STAFF.
