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  • Posted: Feb 5, 2014
    Deadline: Feb 28, 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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    Cowpea Agronomist/Physiologist

    Ref: DDG-R4D/PDF/CAP/02/14
    Location: Kano, Nigeria.

    Position/Responsibilities
    The tasks of the Postdoctoral Fellow – Cowpea Agronomist/Physiologist are to:

    •     Establish efficient field and screen house phenotyping methodologies for drought and low P tolerance in cowpea.
    •     Identify cultivated and cross compatible wild cowpea genotypes with drought and low-P tolerance.
    •     Investigate the physiological basis for drought and low P tolerance and adaptation mechanisms in cowpea.
    •     Contribute to the understanding of genetic basis for drought and low P tolerance and identification of associated QTLs.
    •     Study interactions between legumes and cereals in inter/strip-cropping system with a view to enhancing resource use efficiency, productivity and sustainability of cereal-legume systems in West and Central Africa.
    •     Contribute to resource mobilization and strengthening of NARS partners’ capacity in agronomy or physiology.
    •     Provide guidance and direction to national staff.
    •     Publish research results in reputable international journals.
    •     Co-supervise research of postgraduate students.

    Educational Qualifications

    • The candidate should have a PhD degree in Crop Physiology, Agronomy or related field.

    Core Competencies

    •     Experience in legume research.
    •     Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
    •     Knowledge of advanced statistical tools and database management.
    •     Excellent spoken and written English; ability to communicate in French is desirable.
    •     Excellent interpersonal skills

    General information:

    • Initial appointment is for three years.
    • IITA offers a competitive remuneration package.

    Method of Application

    Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. 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 to IITA website

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