Research Supervisor

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The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the position below at the Institute’s headquarters in Ibadan:

Position: Research Supervisor

Contract: 3-year renewable contract

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 31 March 2025

DUTIES:

  • Supervise all field research activities for Striga resistance and nutrient environment breeding programs, including Striga seed collection, field layout and infestation fertilizer application, planting data collection and harvest.
  • Supervise screening in the laboratory and screen-house using various specialized techniques. Assist in implementing new screening methods and prepare samples for genotyping.
  • Supervise handling of Striga and nutrient enriched maize germplasm in the breeding nursery, including planting, hand-pollinations, and data collection. Assist in making selections.
  • Supervise junior staff and casual labour, assist in data collection and analysis, and in managing special projects.
  • Assist in carrying out effective screening to transfer an Imazapyt Resistance (IR) gene into the lowland adapted maize germplasm.
  • Assist graduate students on research projects as required.
  • Assist the scientist to maintain strict control of budget expenditures and casual employment.
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

BSc/HND in Agriculture, Plant Science or any related field with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing similar role in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

  • Have experience in the management of Screen House.
  • Be able to lead in the preparation for Samples Analysis.
  • Be able to lead in all Data collection process.
  • Have experience in management of Cold Store.

Benefits

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

 

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