About IRRI

Job Purpose

Under the minimal supervision of the Senior Scientist, assist in the design of experiments, surveys, and other research studies according to organizational-specific project goals and research objectives. Manage the implementation of defined research activities. Evaluate and validate experimental data and contribute to manuscripts for reports/publications as well as presentations/posters for national and international conferences. Supervise, coach, and guide scholars, OJTs, researchers, and research technicians. Coordinate and prepare training sessions for a variety of people. Assist in the seed system and product management field in Mozambique

This position will be based at the Quelimane, Zambezia Province, Mozambique, and may only be filled by permanent citizens of Mozambique.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in designing an experiment/survey based on the research outline provided, in the field of Plant Breeding.
• Contribute to the development of research proposals including reviewing related literature and providing logistical support
• Select adequate research tools and equipment based on employed analytical methods
• Assist in the identification of support staff and assign tasks/responsibilities
• Guarantee availability of services and supplies
• Manage the implementation of experiments/surveys and other research studies related to Plant breeding
• Provide assistance and guidelines/information to scholars and collaborators considering the implementation of experiments including the logistics
• Assign, monitor, and evaluate research activities/tasks performed by Researchers, Research Technicians, and contract workers; provide guidance when necessary
• Consolidate, evaluate, and analyze research data related to plant breeding
• Summarize and validate data using appropriate advanced statistical tools independently
• Assist in the interpretation of results of breeding activities
• Assist in drafting conclusions to enable necessary actions or decisions
• Assure maintenance of accurate data recording and update database for efficient storage and retrieval of information
• Coordinate and prepare training
• Draft training material using readily available published information (i.e. protocols, methodology)
• Prepare necessary supplies; identify resource persons; make sure that the logistics are appropriate for a defined purpose
• Exchange conceptual ideas with collaborating partners (national/international) and seek feedback
• Coordinate with collaborating partners on their research requirements. Verify suggested methodologies and establish parameters
• Supervise the work of Researchers and/or Research Technicians
• Responsible for the professional development of Research Technicians. Carry out performance appraisals of Research Technicians
• Supervise or assist students and trainees
• Responsible for the professional development of Research Technicians
• Act as a resource person for training courses and visitors
• Maintain smooth conduct of experiments by troubleshooting and fostering a productive teamwork environment
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOP)
• Summarize research findings and draft manuscripts for publication in refereed journals
• Submit project reports
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, publications, and presentations
• Prepare posters and papers for presentation at local and international conferences
• Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the supervisor from time to time

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Plant breeding or related field and 4 years of relevant work experience in crop improvement programs, or
• Master of Science degree in Plant breeding or related field and 1 year relevant work experience in crop improvement programs

Skills Required

Mandatory

• Has proven Technical proficiency in conducting research experiments.
• Has strong oral and written communication skills
• Has strong analytical skills
• Has some experience with Quality assurance
• Has some experience with Research management
• Has good presentation skills
• Has basic knowledge of bioinformatics

Preferred

• Has some experience supervising or overseeing the work of staff
• Has some experience in molecular marker laboratory

IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance, and other allowances.

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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.