Research Technician III at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Job Description

• Operate all equipment in ILRI Cassava Peels processing factory.
• Actively ensure that the cassava processing unit is orderly - all equipment, tools and products are in their proper places and that the highest sanitary standards for food processing are maintained at all times.
• Support research work at the ILRI farm (maintaining animals and assisting in conducting animal experiments, supervise tasks allotted to animal attendant/casuals) as instructed by the scientist in charge.
• Undertake routine health measures for the animals as directed by the scientist in charge.
• Collect, enter and analyze data.
• Drive vehicle to cassava processing sites to pack cassava peels and assist in processing the peels.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualification & Experience

• OND in Animal Science, Animal Health or closely related field with Five (5) years relevant experience

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to speak more than one Nigerian language.
• Ability to work extra hour when required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work

Personal Qualities

• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to speak more than one Nigerian language.
• Ability to work extra hour when required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work