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  • Posted: Apr 10, 2014
    Deadline: Apr 24, 2014
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    The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is one of the world's leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of tropical countries. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consu...
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    Research Associates

    Duties
    Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:

    • Assist in scientific and technical backstopping for hardening and transplanting invitro plantiets to aeroponics system for seed/yam propagation of.      
    • Provide technical support to grantees for strict sanitation measures in orders to avoid fungal and bacterial contamination as well as pest and diseases for plantlets (set up standard operating, procedures) 
    • Support private seed producers with research activities to overcome limitations constraints for optimization of seed yam production in aeroponic system.
    • Provide expertise in quality assurance (PH, Electro-conductivity etc.) of nutrient solution for yam propagation in aeroponics system
    • Assist the aeroponics grantees (private and public) in planning, implementing and monitoring of contractural activities and timely reporting 
    • Ensure that planned activitiesl tasks are undertaken on schedule and assist assigned staff on site to accomplish their duties timely.
    • Supervise technicians and other support staff including youth corper IT student etc.
    • Assist In conducting training for seed yam production on eropomcs using pr-rooted and non-rooted vine cuttings.
    • Perform any other related duties as may assigned

    Educational, Experience and Other Requirements

    • M.Sc in Tissue Culture, Plant Physiology or any related discipline.
    • Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience on a similar role.
    • Good skills in MS Office and general knowledge
    • Be able to follow instructions and work independently where necessary,
    • Be available to work outside office hours and for extended hours where necessary.
    • Possess good organizational skills and demonstrate ability to work under pressure.

    We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

    Method of Application

    Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: http://www.iita.org/careers later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication.

    The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from female candidates.

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