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Research Assistant Remote Sensing for agricultural applications The Africa Rice Center

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Research Assistant Remote Sensing for agricultural applications
Ref. GSS/026/RD/2011/10
The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) is looking for a highly qualified Research Assistant Remote Sensing to join its Remote Sensing and GIS Unit. It is a GSS (General Support Staff) level position based in Cotonou, Benin.
About AfricaRice:
The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) is an association of 24 African member states and one of the 15 international Centers supported by the Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centers (CGIAR). The Center’s mission is to contribute to poverty alleviation and food security in Africa, through research, development and partnership activities aimed at increasing the productivity and profitability of the rice sector in ways that ensure the sustainability of the farming environment.
Responsibilities:
He/she will attend to all activities related to Remote Sensing & GIS at AfricaRice and is responsible and reports to the Remote Sensing & GIS specialist. The Research Assistant will:
  • Perform Remote Sensing and GIS analysis in the field of water resources and agriculture.
  • Assist in mapping rice in Africa.
  • Develop methods to map and classify (a-) biotic stresses in rice-growing ecologies.
  • Assist in preparing presentations and publication of research results.
  • Assist in developing research proposals.
  • Undertake any other duties as requested by the Remote Sensing and GIS specialist.
Requirements:
The successful candidate should have:
  • An MSc in Geography, Ecology or Agriculture with a specialisation in remote sensing applications, or an MSc in Geo-information Science (remote sensing) with a strong background in agriculture and environment;
  • At least two years post MSc experience in using remote sensing software like ERDAS Imagine or ENVI;
  • Proven experience is handling large land use data sets;
  • Experience in the use of satellite images including IKONOS/QuickBird, Spot, Landsat, Aster and MODIS;
  • Strong analytical skills as well as knowledge of spatial statistics;
  • Pro-active and original way of thinking, and
  • Communication skills in either English or French, with a good working knowledge of the other, as well as the ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Terms and Conditions:
This is a regionally recruited position and the appointment is for two years with possibility for renewal.
AfricaRice provides an attractive salary and benefits package and a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment.
Application procedure:
Candidates should send an application (including a cover letter and a detailed CV with the following information: Name, surname, gender, date of birth, family status, nationality, diplomas obtained, professional experience, language skills (French/English), the names and addresses (including telephone / fax / email) of three referees.
To apply online for this position, please click on the following web link:
Applications will be considered up to November 30, 2011.
AfricaRice believes that staff diversity promotes excellence in its operations, and encourages applications from women and developing country professionals.
AfricaRice thanks all applicants but only the short listed candidates will be contacted.
To learn more about AfricaRice, please visit our website at www.AfricaRice.org

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