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  • Posted: Dec 8, 2015
    Deadline: Dec 21, 2015
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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 Supervisor

    Position/Responsibilities
    Successful candidate will among other things perform the following:

    • Routine extraction of high quality DNA from cassava accessions;
    • Testing of quantity and quality of DNA;
    • Preparation of DNA for outsourcing of DNA based assays;
    • Analyse GBS results as routine identity confirmation of cassava accessions;
    • Support the work of the postdoctoral fellow and other staff as required;
    • Perform all other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualification, Experience and Skills
    Qualification:

    • B.Sc/HND in Plant Science, Biology, Chemistry or related field with a minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience.

    Competencies:

    • Experience in extraction of high quality DNA from plants.
    • Experience in basic procedures and techniques in molecular biology.
    • Have good communication skills.
    • Computer literate.
    • Be safety and security precaution.
    • Have good sense of cleanliness.
    • Be a team player.

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    Laboratory Attendant II

    Position/Responsibilities
    Successful candidate will among other things perform the following:

    • Assist in washing and cleaning of laboratory equipment’s;
    • Assist in PTC work particularly for cryopreservation and cryo research;
    • Perform all other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualification, Experience and Skills
    Qualification:

    • O' Level with minimum of (2) years in related field.

    Competencies:

    • Have good communication skills.
    • Be safety and security precaution.
    • Have good sense of cleanliness.
    • Be a team player.

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    Laboratory Technician I

    Position/ Responsibility
    Successful candidate will among other things perform the following:

    • Assist in Meristem culture (Yam and Cassava);
    • Assist in all crop introduction with field sampling;
    • Assist in index sampling and subculture (for distribution and conservation);
    • Assist in necrosis and contamination sorting;
    • Assist in post flask management;
    • Assist in fumigation as meristem culture trainer;
    • Perform all other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualification/Requirement

    • National Diploma (ND) in General Agriculture or equivalent
    • Minimum of (2) years in related field.

    Competencies

    • Have good communication skills.
    • Computer literate.
    • Be safety and security precaution.
    • Have good sense of cleanliness.
    • Be a team player

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    Laboratory Technician I (Yam)

    Position/Responsibilities
    Successful candidate will among other things perform the following:

    • Assist in Yam in Vitro introduction via meristem culture;
    • Assist in yam sample preparation for indexing and acclimatization;
    • Assist in yam in vitro processing (multiplication, Conservation);
    • Update yam database and handle yam request and distribution;
    • Perform all other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualification, Experience and Skills

    • National Diploma (ND) in General Agriculture or equivalent with minimum of (2) years in related field.

    Core Competencies

    • Have good communication skills.
    • Computer literate.
    • Be safety and security precaution.
    • Have good sense of cleanliness.
    • Be a team player.

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    Postdoctoral Fellow, Cassava DNA Fingerprinting for Genetic Resources Management

    Position/Responsibilities

    • The successful applicant will use the existing GBS data to develop an informative panel of allele specific single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and be responsible for the applicability/suitability of the SNPs panel for cassava identity validation.
    • He or she will also be involved in all aspects of DNA fingerprinting of cassava accessions using this panel.

    Terms of Reference

    • Conversion of SNP markers from GBS to a panel of informative allele-specific assays (LGC genomics or Illumina SNP chip) for fingerprinting and validation of the identity of accessions within cassava germplasm collection maintained by the GRC.
    • DNA fingerprinting of cassava accessions of GRC and use in identity confirmation and studies of genetic relatedness.
    • Liaison with external service providers for SNP assays and their interpretation.
    • Liaison with GRC Database Manager on storage of fingerprint information linked to accession level information.
    • Capacity building of GRC staff and students.
    • Contributions to reports and publications.

    Qualification, Experience and Skills

    • The candidate should have a PhD in Plant Genetics, Bioinformatics or related discipline. Experience in DNA markers and their application to crop improvement would be an advantage

    Core Competencies

    • Sound understanding of population genetics and diversity analyses.
    • Experience with the analysis of next generation sequencing data.
    • Good knowledge of sample tracking systems such Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMs).
    • Familiarity with plant genetic resources, diversity analysis and genebanks would be an advantage.
    • Basic knowledge in Linux, R and related packages, scripting knowledge would be an advantage.

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    Method of Application

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

    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.

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