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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...
Background and Responsibilities
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
• Support scientist of the CAY-seed project in implementing activities;
• Contribute in designing, planning, implementing on farm /demonstration as well as on-station experiments to demonstrate the benefits of using clean seed yam;
• Collate and analyze all data of the CAY-seed project;
• Publish research output in peer-reviewed international journal articles;
• Engage in multiplication of disease and pest free seed yam for experimental purpose as well as oversee the maintenance of quality seed by national partners;
• Provide technical support to National Agricultural Research and Extension System in selected communities;
• Contribute in the development and dissemination of training documents (flyers, newsletters, posters, training and extension manual etc.)
• Liaise between other projects with similar objectives to ensure the coordination of related activities;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualification and Experience
M.Sc in Agronomy, Plant Science or related discipline from a recognized University with minimum of 5 (Five) years relevant in a similar role.
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should click here to apply online.
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