Special Project Scientist - Agronomy
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) based at ICRISAT Head Quarters, is seeking applications from Indian nationals, who are results-oriented, highly motivated, and qualified candidates for the position of Special Project Scientist (Agronomy). The selected candidate will be a member of a IRRI team at ICRISAT and will assist in implementation and management of nutrient and agronomic experiments.
About IRRI:
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), is a nonprofit scientific research organization, one of the 15 International Institutes under the consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), with its Head Quarters at Los, Banõs, Philippines. IRRI is engaged in different aspects of rice research and has its offices in sixteen countries including India.
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), is a nonprofit scientific research organization, one of the 15 International Institutes under the consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), with its Head Quarters at Los, Banõs, Philippines. IRRI is engaged in different aspects of rice research and has its offices in sixteen countries including India.
Job Responsibilities:
- Implementation and management of nutrient management and agronomic field experiments.
- Research management, analyses and processing.
- Integration of soil and other agricultural maps into databases.
- Perform all other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Nutrient Management.
Job Qualifications/Requirements:
- Ph.D. in soil science, agronomy, natural resource management or closely related fields
- Two year experience in implementing and managing field trials as well as in the management, analyzing and processing of geo-referenced soil and experimental data
- Knowledge in Geographical Information Systems, Remote Sensing as well as modeling would be considered a valuable asset
- Ability to work in a team with scientists from different disciplines
Compensation:
The position is initially up to September 30, 2015, and renewable further based on performance and funding availability. An attractive, all-inclusive lump sum, consolidated compensation will be offered to the right candidate.
The position is initially up to September 30, 2015, and renewable further based on performance and funding availability. An attractive, all-inclusive lump sum, consolidated compensation will be offered to the right candidate.
How to Apply:
The application should include an up-to-date resume (name, date of birth, family status), names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees, and date of availability. Please send applications by email to: icrisatjobs@cgiar.orgstating the job title (Special Project Scientist- Agronomy, IRRI) in the subject column of the email, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, latest by 15 July 2013. Applicants from national institutes and universities/ Government organizations should submit their applications through proper channel. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview process.
The application should include an up-to-date resume (name, date of birth, family status), names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees, and date of availability. Please send applications by email to: icrisatjobs@cgiar.orgstating the job title (Special Project Scientist- Agronomy, IRRI) in the subject column of the email, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, latest by 15 July 2013. Applicants from national institutes and universities/ Government organizations should submit their applications through proper channel. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview process.
IRRI and ICRISAT are equal opportunity employers, and are especially interested in increasing the participation of women on their staff.
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