International
Crop Research Institute for Semi Arid Tropics
POST: Research Associate
ICRISAT seeks applications from
Indian nationals for Research Associate, to be based at Patancheru, Andhra
Pradesh, India. This is a position under a DBT-funded special project.
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:
•To develop new mapping populations for grain iron and
zinc contents, phenotyping (for grain Fe and Zn) and genotyping (using
molecular markers including SNP, SSR and DArT), genetic mapping, QTL analysis,
molecular breeding (including MAS);
•To contribute for writing
project reports and research articles, and perform other related jobs time to
time.
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:
•Ph.D/M. Sc in Genetics and Plant Breeding/ Agricultural
or Plant Biotechnology.
•Experience in crop improvement,
mapping populations development, trait phenotyping and genotyping using molecular markers, QTL
analysis and knowledge indicated in responsibilities.
GENERAL:
The position is for three years, renewable based on the performance of
the incumbent and the Institute's continuing need for the position.
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 29 June 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
ICRISAT is an equal opportunity
employer, and is especially interested in increasing participation of women on
its staff.
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.icrisat.org/careers/RA.htm
