Breeding Database Programmer and Manager at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Ref: DDG-R4D/BDPM/08/14
Location: Ibadan, NG

Job Description
The successful candidate’s major tasks will include:

•     Code and database development (in collaboration with BTI).
•     Database administrator managing day-to-day operations.
•     Training of users which will involve regular traveling in Africa.

Minimum Qualification, Experience and Skills

•     The candidate should have a Masters degree in plant breeding and extensive experience in crop database development.

Skills & Abilities
Core Competencies:

•     Programming in Java, SQL, and PERL.
•     Knowledge of web-development and a good working knowledge of Linux, and web servers are desired.
•     Working knowledge of statistics and quantitative genetics linkage analysis is an added advantage.
•     At least five years experience in large multi-user database development with inclination to crop improvement.
•     Knowledge of hardware maintenance and operations.