Research Technician

Job Purpose

Under the close supervision of the Senior Associate Scientist/Farm Manager, provide basic support in the a). Implementation and accomplishment of the lab experiments, organize glassware, sample processing, chemical preparation, chemical analysis and instrument handling. b). Day to day experimental research farm management, data collection, and encoding for the report, application of fertilizers, weedicides/herbicides, monitoring of crop health.

• Execute routine field, screen house, greenhouse and laboratory operations including field preparation and maintenance, crop management, plant sampling as well as harvest, post-harvest seed processing to seed warehousing and material transfer, to support project requirements
• Perform basic field and laboratory experimental activities (i.e. sample processing and storage, glassware management, chemical preparation) ensuring compliance with IRRI SOPs, guidelines and protocols
• Maintain a safe and efficient working environment through reporting all incidents, near misses and suggesting possible solutions in order to improve operations and systems
• This position is based in Varanasi Uttar Pradesh and should be filled by the permanent resident of India

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide timely, consistent and accurate information to direct supervisor/requestor to ensure smooth flow of research activities (i.e. availability and purchase of supplies, the presence of pest and diseases for immediate pesticide application) and that research objective and SOPs are followed
• Support scholars, students, researchers and scientists in establishing field experiments
• Provide support to requestors in facilitating their material transfer requests
• Assist in the training and sensitization programs on weedicides/herbicides application, fertilizer management, micro irrigation, etc.
• Prepare materials and lay-out and ensure proper maintenance of the experiment operations, and protocols including maintenance of storage and preparation of supplies, material inventory, cleanliness, orderliness, and safety, preparation of commonly used fertilizers and chemicals as well as waste disposal
• Under close supervision of the lead, operate machinery and equipment to deliver service and experimental support as per request
• Collect data and ensure correct encoding on the assigned database
• Operate project vehicle to transport staff and supplies to and from the field

Qualifications

• Intermediate in science with relevant work experience

Skills Required

Mandatory

• Basic knowledge of MS Office programs
• Experience in data collection

Preferred 

• Has vehicle driving license
• Experience in rice production, managing experiments in the field, and laboratory

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