Director, Strategic Marketing and Communication - ICRISAT, Hyderabad

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ICRISAT

Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

 ICRISAT is seeking an innovative, dynamic and creative Director, who is capable of interfacing important functions of public awareness, marketing, and information & knowledge sharing.

The Position: Director, Strategic Marketing and Communication

The Director, Strategic Marketing and Communication (SMC) will report to the Director General, and will be based at ICRISAT’s Headquarters in Patancheru, near Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. The position is for an initial three-year period with the opportunity for renewal based on performance and availability of funding.

The Person

    A relevant master’s degree(s) preferably a PhD in the functions of strategic marketing and communication with 5-8 years relevant experience in international organizations at top management level, with demonstrated leadership qualities and track record in handling these two important functions.
    Proven record in dealing with global media and commercial communication skills.
    Excellent written and oral skills in English.

How to apply

Applicants should apply on or before 29 February 2012 by email, sending a letter of motivation, a full Curriculum Vitae, and the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to: ICRISATjobs@cgiar.org. The reference name of the position (Director, SMC) should be clearly marked on the subject line of the email message. Screening of applications will begin in early March 2012 and will continue until the post is filled. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Financial Controller job in ICRISAT Hyderabad

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ICRISAT

Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

ICRISAT is seeking applications from indian nationals, who are dynamic and highly motivated Chartered Accountants for the position of Financial Controller. S/he will report to the Director, Finance.

The Position:Financial Controller

ICRISAT is looking for a Financial Controller to be based at Greater Hyderabad. The key responsibilities include financial planning & monitoring, budgeting, supervising financial accounting, financial analysis and reporting, ensuring smooth conduct of audits, and liaising with ICRISAT’s offices overseas.

The Person:
A Chartered Accountant with thorough knowledge of financial accounting policies and practices.
Fully conversant with computerized financial accounting, and management reporting systems with 10 years of post- qualification experience in a large organization, of which the last 5 years should have been in a supervisory or managerial position.
    S/he should essentially be a good communicator and a team player, resilient and capable of supervising and leading a team of finance staff, to the success of the Institute’s mandate.

How to apply:
Applicants should apply by email, with a cover letter, full Curriculum Vitae, a photo, and names of three references (with full contact information) that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to: ICRISATjobs@cgiar.org. The name of the position (Financial Controller) should be indicated in the subject line of the email.  Please send your application latest by February 15, 2012. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Last Date: 15.02.2012

Visiting Scientist job in Icrisat

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ICRISAT

Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

Visiting Scientist (Vegetable Production & Extension)

Applications are invited from highly motivated and qualified Indian nationals for the position of Visiting Scientist/Project Coordinator, to work for the World Vegetable Center (AVRDC)’s Regional Center for South Asia, based at ICRISAT, Patancheru,  near Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. The incumbent’s task will be to scale up the ongoing project “Improving vegetable production and consumption for sustainable rural livelihoods in Jharkhand and Punjab, India”

The Person: Candidates with PhD degree in agriculture or horticulture specializing in  agricultural extension, agricultural economics, communications or a related field; At least 5-7 years experience in project management with demonstrated competence in leading teams and farmer community development; Extensive practical experience in extension and scaling up activities; Excellent communication and computer skills with fluency in written and spoken English, and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with the ability to interact with partner organizations.  Persons working in the National Agricultural Research System (NARS) are encouraged to consider working on secondment.

The Reward: A competitive all inclusive consolidated compensation will be paid for the assignment based on experience and skills. The assignment is on a fixed 2-year contract.

Last Date: 22 July 2011

ICRISAT Scientist Jobs - International Recruitment

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ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

ICRISAT seeks applications for a Scientist-Agroforestry and Tree domestication, to be based at ICRISAT, Niamey, Niger.

Name of Job: Scientist - Agroforestry and Tree domestication
ICRISAT’s Regional hub for West and Central Africa (WCA) is located in Bamako, Mali.  Scientists are also located in the research centers in Niamey, Niger, and Kano, Nigeria.  ICRISAT's work covers approximately 20 countries in the Semi-Arid Tropics (SAT) of WCA. ICRISAT is currently endowed with core competencies in the areas of agronomy, soil science, pearl millet, sorghum, and groundnut breeding, socio-economy, and GIS.  This is a joint appointment to work on a collaborative research between ICRISAT and ICRAF (International Center for Research on Agro Forestry), with Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.

The Position: The Scientist will be a member of the multi-disciplinary research team of ICRISAT, to develop crop-tree-livestock based systems in collaboration with ILRI-ICRAF.  The responsibilities include:

    * To develop crop-tree-livestock based systems in collaboration with ILRI-ICRAF.
    * Conduct research on priority agroforestry species for both ICRISAT and ICRAF.
    * Develop efficient tree seed production/ dissemination systems in the Sahel.
    * Conduct research on agronomy and management of important agroforestry species in the Sahel.
    * Organize regional training courses on tree propagation, nursery techniques and tree seed collections and management for research and development partners with focus on multipurpose tree species in the Sahel.
    * Evaluate and maintain tree germplasm collection, including indigenous tree species.
    * Lead the research on bio-energy in the Sahel with focus on Jatropha curcas.
    * Contribute to the on-going research on firewood, wood products and fodder tree species in the Sahel.
    * Contribute to fund raising through development of research projects in collaboration with other ICRAF and ICRISAT scientists on priority tree species and agricultural production systems in the Sahel including agro-forestry parklands.

The Required Profile:

    * Practical experience in systems related research
    * Participatory on-farm, and station research
    * Understanding Crop, tree, livestock system in the region
    * Proven ability to think strategically about research for development;
    * Innovative, energetic individual with demonstrated contributions to the field of agriculture and committed to seeing measurable impacts at farm level;
    * Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural research teams;

Last Date: 10 June 2011

Project Scientist - ICRISAT Hyderabad

Jobs in ICRISAT Hyderabad

ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

 CIMMYT- India seeks applications from Indian nationals for Maize Molecular Breeder position, to be based at its sister institute ICRISAT, in Patancheru, Hyderabad

Name of Post: Special Project Scientist/ Scientist (Post Doctoral)-Maize Breeding
The Job: CIMMYT is looking for an innovative, results-oriented agricultural scientist with excellent skills in plant molecular breeding to support the development of high-yielding, abiotic stress-tolerant maize germplasm. The Maize Molecular Breeder will focus on marker-assisted germplasm enhancement applications for South and South East Asia.

Candidate Profile / qualifications:
    * Ph.D. in Plant breeding
    * Familiarity with field- and lab-based techniques relevant to maize germplasm characterization and development, with a background of quantitative genetics. This includes knowledge of experimental designs, management of glass house, and field management.
    * Track record in applying molecular marker-based approaches for genetic analyses and/or improvement of oligogenic and complex traits in crop plants
    * Excellent computer skills and experience in using relevant software for statistical, biometrical and molecular marker analysis
    * Demonstrated ability to publish in refereed scientific journals.
    * Proficiency in spoken and written English. An ability in spoken Hindi and/or Telugu is desirable.
    * Interest in international agricultural research and development
    * Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary and multicultural team
    * Be ready to travel as per requirement of project activities

Compensation:
This position will be initially for two years, and renewable based on the performance of the incumbent. An attractive compensation will be offered.

Last Date: 15 February 2011

RA Job for PhD Plant Pathology/Biotechnology / Life Sciences - ICRISAT Hyderabad Jan 2011

Jobs in ICRISAT Hyderabad

ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

Research Associate 

Responsibilities:Maintain pearl millet downy mildew pathogen isolates and to phenotype mapping populations for downy mildew reaction for QTL mapping. The incumbent should have active association and participation in writing project reports and research articles and to perform other related tasks from time to time.

Requirements: Ph D in Plant Pathology/ Plant Biotechnology/ Life Sciences with the knowledge and expertise indicated under responsibilities. The candidate must be highly motivated and have excellent communication skills in English (both written and spoken) and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

How to Apply:  The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph and a statement of the special qualifications for this position, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees and date of availability. Applicants from the Indian NARS/ Universities should submit their applications through proper channel. Please send applications stating the job title (clearly marked Research Associate) on the envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, India or by e-mail to icrisat.nrsjobs@cgiar.org, latest by 21 January 2011. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ICRISAT Job - Scientific Officer – Plant Quarantine Laboratory Hyderabad Jan 2011

Jobs in ICRISAT Hyderabad

ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

Scientific Officer – Plant Quarantine Laboratory
Requirements:

The candidate should possess a M.Sc. in Plant Pathology with 1-2 years of relevant experience.  Extensive experience in seed health testing, pathogen diagnosis and identification is essential.

The candidate must be highly motivated and have excellent computer and communication skills in English (both written and spoken) and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

How to Apply: The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph and a statement of the special qualifications for this position, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees, and date of availability. Applicants from Indian NARS/Universities should submit their applications through the proper channel. Please send applications stating the job title (clearly marked Scientific Officer-Plant Quarantine Laboratory) on the envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, India or by e-mail to icrisat.nrsjobs@cgiar.org, latest by 21 January 2011. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Head - Impact Assessment Office - ICRISAT Job

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ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

Head - Impact Assessment Office

ICRISAT invites applications for the Head of a newly formed Impact Assessment Office to be based at its Headquarters in Patancheru, near Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. The position will  report directly to the Deputy Director General-Research and will lead a team of scientists in strengthening the Institute’s approach to impact assessment.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world. ICRISAT and its partners help empower those living in the semi-arid tropics, especially smallholder farmers, to overcome poverty, hunger, malnutrition and a degraded environment through more efficient and profitable agriculture. ICRISAT is headquartered in Greater Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India and belongs to the Consortium of Centers supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Please visit www.icrisat.org for more information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ICRISAT’s agenda for research priority setting and ex post impact assessment
• Develop the performance monitoring and evaluation plan in which each indicator will be clearly defined with description of data collection and analysis methods, timing and responsibilities
• Ensure that all ICRISAT research projects (CRP and bilateral) have clear, concise and measurable output and outcome indicators, leading to demonstrable impacts
• Formulate benchmarks against which future progress towards the goals of ICRISAT can be monitored
• Working together with regionally-based M&E specialists, strengthen institutional capacity and that of partners to undertake Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) with an emphasis on participatory approaches
• Working together with other units in ICRISAT, develop and implement appropriate tools for the storage and sharing of data and information
• Undertake periodic data quality assessment and review of the M&E system and its components within the institute
• Assist in monitoring and assessing cultural change in ICRISAT, e.g., by establishing baselines of current culture so that change can be monitored over time
• Lead the dissemination of ICRISAT’s outputs, outcomes and impacts through internal meetings and other fora as appropriate and take responsibility for ICRISAT’s M&E reporting requirements

Desired Candidate’s Profile

• PhD degree in Economics or Agricultural Economics, with 5-10 years experience in impact assessment, and project monitoring and evaluation.
• Proven ability to think strategically about agricultural research-for-development.
• Innovative, energetic individual with demonstrated contributions to the field of agriculture and committed to seeing measurable impacts at the farm level.
• Strong statistical skills, knowledge of computer applications and software for data management and analysis.
• Excellent in English (both spoken and written).  Knowledge of French is desirable
• Good publication record, as evidenced by research papers in refereed journals.
• Experience in working with a wide range of stakeholders and interest to work in interdisciplinary team.

The Reward : This is an internationally recruited staff position with an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package payable in US dollars. The position is initially for three years and extendable depending on performance of the incumbent and funding availability.

How to Apply : The application should include an up-to-date resume, names and addresses of three referees, date of availability, and a statement of the special qualifications for this position. Please send applications by email clearly stating the job title in the subject column to icrisatjobs@cgiar.org latest by 15 January 2011.

ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer, and is especially interested in increasing the participation of women on its staff. ICRISAT has a flexible approach to international appointments and welcomes dual-career couples.

Scientific Officer – Legumes Pathology - ICRISAT Job

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ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

Scientific Officer – Legumes Pathology

ICRISAT seeks applications from Indian nationals for the post of Scientific Officer – Legumes Pathology to be based at Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh, India. This is a nationally recruited position.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, apolitical, international organization for science-based agricultural development. Established in 1972, it is an Alliance of centers of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), and supported by more than 48 governments, foundations, and development banks. To reduce poverty, enhance crop productivity and food security and to protect the environment, ICRISAT research focuses on farming systems and crop improvement, management and utilization of sorghum, pearl millet, pigeonpea, chickpea, and groundnut in the semi-arid tropics.

Responsibilities:

• To conduct field, greenhouse and laboratory experiments related to chickpea and pigeonpea diseases.
• To develop required data sheets, data collection, data analysis and prepare draft reports related to Legumes Pathology. 
• Supervise various field and greenhouse operations and manage laboratory inventories.
• To conduct surveys and participate in chickpea and pigeonpea on-station research and other related jobs from time to time.

Requirements:

M.Sc (Ag.) in Plant Pathology with 1-2 years of relevant experience; High skill of culturing, maintaining and increasing inoculum of fungal pathogens essential. The candidate must be highly motivated and have excellent computer and communication skills in English (both written and spoken); and ability to work in multidisciplinary team.

General: 

The position is for three years, renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the Institute's continuing need for the position. An attractive compensation is offered for the right candidate.

How to Apply:  The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph and a statement of the special qualifications for this position, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees and date of availability. Applicants from the Indian NARS/ Universities should submit their applications through proper channel. Please send applications stating the job title (clearly marked Scientific Officer-Legumes Pathology ) on the envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, India or by e-mail to icrisat.nrsjobs@cgiar.org, latest by 21 January 2011. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

Intellectual Property Officer job - ICRISAT Jan 2011

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ICRISAT, Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh - 502 324

Name of Job: Intellectual Property Officer

ICRISAT seeks applications from Indian nationals for the post of Intellectual Property Officer to be based at Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh, India. The Intellectual Property Officer, under supervision of the IP Manager, is responsible for the execution of a program of work for implementing the Institute’s policy on Intellectual Property. This is a nationally recruited position.

Responsibilities:
    * Assist the IP Manager in identifying center-specific needs related to proprietary technology and management of IP.
    * Review various agreements to ensure they reflect the provisions contained in the Institute’s IP policy.
    * Assist scientists on queries and clarifications related to approved IPR policies.
    * Maintain an electronic database of all agreements and monitor compliance with all IP-related issues.
    * Design and maintain IP Office internet and intranet pages.
    * Coordinate legal advice on specific issues with CGIAR CAS-IP staff, and ICRISAT consultants and attorneys.
    * Help plan and implement seminars, workshops and training courses in IPR and IP management for ICRISAT staff.

Requirements:
    * Science and/or Law Graduate from any recognized university including IPR Law.
    * Exposure to Indian and global IPR laws pertaining to agriculture is desirable but not essential.
    * Proficiency in the use of computers and capable of preparing IP tools.
    * Ability to communicate effectively with scientists, attorneys and clients.
    * A self-motivator with vision and analytical skills and with commitment to work under challenging conditions.

How to Apply:  The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees and date of availability. Please send applications stating the job title clearly on the application/envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, or by E-mail to icrisat.nrsjobs@cgiar.org,  latest by 14 January 2011. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Assessment Officer Vacancy ICRISAT

International Crops Research Institute
For The Semi Arid Tropic International Crops Research Institute For The Semi Arid Tropics
Patancheru 502324, Andhra Pradesh, Tel: +91 40 30713071

ICRISAT invites applications for the Head of a newly formed Impact Assessment Office to be based at its Headquarters in Patancheru, near Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India.

Post: Head - Impact Assessment Office
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement ICRISAT’s agenda for research priority setting and ex post impact assessment
* Develop the performance monitoring and evaluation plan in which each indicator will be clearly defined with description of data collection and analysis methods, timing and responsibilities
* Ensure that all ICRISAT research projects (CRP and bilateral) have clear, concise and measurable output and outcome indicators, leading to demonstrable impacts
* Formulate benchmarks against which future progress towards the goals of ICRISAT can be monitored
* Working together with regionally-based M&E specialists, strengthen institutional capacity and that of partners to undertake Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) with an emphasis on participatory approaches
* Working together with other units in ICRISAT, develop and implement appropriate tools for the storage and sharing of data and information
* Undertake periodic data quality assessment and review of the M&E system and its components within the institute
* Assist in monitoring and assessing cultural change in ICRISAT, e.g., by establishing baselines of current culture so that change can be monitored over time
* Lead the dissemination of ICRISAT’s outputs, outcomes and impacts through internal meetings and other fora as appropriate and take responsibility for ICRISAT’s M&E reporting requirements

Desired Candidate’s Profile
* PhD degree in Economics or Agricultural Economics, with 5-10 years experience in impact assessment, and project monitoring and evaluation.
* Proven ability to think strategically about agricultural research-for-development.
* Innovative, energetic individual with demonstrated contributions to the field of agriculture and committed to seeing measurable impacts at the farm level.
* Strong statistical skills, knowledge of computer applications and software for data management and analysis.
* Excellent in English (both spoken and written).  Knowledge of French is desirable
* Good publication record, as evidenced by research papers in refereed journals.

Plant Breeder ICRISAT International Recruitment

ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

Plant Breeder - Pearl Millet Improvement

ICRISAT seeks applications for a Plant Breeder in Pearl Millet Improvement, to be based in one of ICRISAT’s research locationsin West and Central Africa.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world. Covering 6.5 million square kilometers of land in 55 countries, the semi-arid tropics is home to over 2 billion people, with 650 million of these the poorest of the poor. ICRISAT and its partners help empower those living in the semi-arid tropics, especially smallholder farmers, to overcome poverty, hunger, malnutrition and a degraded environment through more efficient and profitable agriculture. ICRISAT is headquartered in Greater Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India and belongs to the Consortium of Centers supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

ICRISAT’s Regional hub for West and Central Africa (WCA) is located in Niamey, Niger, with scientists also located in research centers in Bamako, Mali, and Kano, Nigeria.  ICRISAT's work covers approximately 20 countries in WCA. In the region, ICRISAT has core competencies in the areas of agronomy, soil science, dryland cereal and legume breeding, crop physiology, IPM, socio-economics and GIS.

Desired Candidate’s Profile

    * PhD degree in genetics and/or plant breeding with 3-10 years experience in crop breeding research, with an interest in both basic breeding research and development-oriented participatory and on-farm research
    * Sound knowledge of recurrent population improvement and hybrid breeding procedures
    * Knowledge of quantitative genetics theory for optimizing selection programs, for refining heterotic grouping and performing combining ability analyses
    * Understanding the concept of genotype-by-environment (GxE) interaction and implications of GxE for strategic breeding decisions.
    * Knowledge of molecularmarker applications for improving selection efficiency and enhancing targeted use of genetic diversity in the breeding program
    * Strong statistical skills, knowledge of computer applications and software for data management and analysis
    * Experience with pearl millet or other dryland cereals and the semi-arid tropics highly desirable
    * Experience in management of genetic resources and genebanks useful
    * Excellent in English (both spoken and written) essential and in French desirable
    * Good publication record, as evidenced by research papers in refereed journals
    * Proven good track record in attracting project funding
    * Experience in working with a wide range of stakeholders and interest to work in interdisciplinary team
    * Experience with variety development and release as well as effective seed dissemination

How to Apply

Manager/Scientist Jobs in ICRISAT Hyderabad

ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh-502324

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development with a wide array of partners throughout the world. ICRISAT and its partners help empower poor people of the dry tropics to overcome poverty, hunger and a degraded environment through better agriculture. ICRISAT belongs to a Consortium of Centers supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

Senior Manager - Media Relations and Science Writing

ICRISAT seeks applications for Senior Manager, Media Relations, and Science Writing, to be based in the ICRISAT’s Headquarters, Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. The incumbent reports to the Director, of Communication.

Desired Candidate’s Profile:
Graduate of Mass/Development Communication and/or Agricultural or Biological Sciences, preferably with a postgraduate degree in the Social Sciences  Journalism and/or related fields with a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in journalism,/newspaper/television/web publishing.

Principal Scientist - Natural Resources (Water and Soils)
Desired Candidate’s Profile

    * PhD degree in natural resource management, water, soils or related agricultural discipline with 3-10 years experience in systems related research including experience in crop and systems modeling.
    * Proven ability to think strategically about research for development.
    * Innovative, energetic individual with demonstrated contributions to the field of agriculture and committed to seeing measurable impacts at farm level.
    * Strong statistical skills, knowledge of computer applications and software for data management and analysis.
    * Excellent in English (both spoken and written).
    * Good publication record, as evidenced by research papers in refereed journals.
    * Proven good track record in attracting project funding.
    * Experience in working with a wide range of stakeholders and interest to work in interdisciplinary team.
    * Experience with variety development and release as well as effective seed dissemination.

Last Date: 30 November 2010

ICRISAT - Visiting Scientist / Scientist (Post Doctoral) Sep 2010

International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid-Tropics - ICRISAT
Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh - 502 324 (India)

Jobs in ICRISAT Hyderabad Andhra Pradesh
Scientific/Managerial & International Recruitment

Visiting Scientist/Scientist (Post Doctoral)

ICRISAT invites applications from Indian nationals for the position of Visiting Scientist/Scientist (Post Doctoral) to be based at its Headquarters at Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India for its special project on ‘biological nitrification inhibition (BNI) in sorghum’.

Requirements: 
Ph.D. with specialization in Agronomy/Soil Science with one to two years of experience in conducting field, greenhouse  and laboratory research relating to crop and soil management. Experience with rainfed crops particularly sorghum will be beneficial.  The candidates should have the ability to plan and conduct experiments to test research hypothesis and to synthesize the results.

Responsibilities:
    * The candidate will work in a multi-disciplinary team in the Agro-ecosystems program on the topic of biological nitrification inhibition (BNI) in sorghum.
    * The responsibilities include but not limited to: conducting research in the field and glasshouse to study the BNI in sweet sorghum including the genotypic differences in the sorghum cultivars in the occurrence of the BNI activity.
    * Collection of data, analysis, interpretation and writing of reports and research papers with other team members.
Duration and remuneration:  The position is tenure-based and available for three years. Attractive remuneration (an all inclusive lump sum) will be offered to the selected candidate.

Last Date: 15 October 2010
How to Apply:

ICRISAT - Scientist-Genetic Resources/ Groundnut Breeding Sep 2010

International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid-Tropics - ICRISAT

Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh - 502 324 (India)

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Name of Vacancy: Scientist-Genetic Resources/ Groundnut Breeding

ICRISAT seeks applications from Asian nationals for the position of Scientist-Genetic Resources/ Groundnut Breeding, as part of a continuing expansion in the institute’s commitment to using genetic resources and modern approaches to crop improvement.  This position is based at Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, apolitical, international organization for science-based agricultural development. Established in 1972, it is an Alliance of centers of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), and supported by more than 48 governments, foundations, and development banks. To reduce poverty, enhance crop productivity and food security and to protect the environment, ICRISAT research focuses on farming systems and crop improvement, management and utilization of sorghum, pearl millet, pigeonpea, chickpea, and groundnut in the semi-arid tropics.

The Person: PhD degree from a reputed university in plant breeding and/or genetics, with a minimum five years of post-doctoral experience as germplasm specialist/ plant breeder/geneticist in a research institute/university/ reputed private sector company.  Knowledge of quantitative genetics theory and its application in practical plant breeding of self-pollinated crops, diversity assessment, agricultural statistics, and good computer skills are essential. Theoretical knowledge of marker diversity, marker-aided selection in crop improvement will be an additional desirable requirement.  Fluency in spoken and written English is essential.  Ability to work as a member of interdisciplinary teams, including multicultural and multinational scientists, is important.

The Reward: This is a regionally recruited position in the scientific and managerial group of ICRISAT, with a competitive salary and benefits package payable in Indian rupees. The position is for an initial three year period, and may be extended depending on requirement, funding availability and performance of the incumbent.  The benefits include attractive perquisites.

How to Apply: The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees, date of availability, and a statement of the special qualifications for the position. Please send applications to Director, Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, India or by E-mail to icrisatjobs@cgiar.org, latest by  30 September 2010 clearly stating the job title in the subject column. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Last Date: 30.09.2010