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Special Projects Scientist - Plant Physiologist, Hyderabad, India

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Position Announcement
Special Projects Scientist Plant Physiologist The World Vegetable Center is a nonprofit, autonomous international agricultural research center with headquarters in Taiwan and regional offices around the globe. The Center conducts research and development programs that contribute to improved incomes and diets in the developing world. The Center's South Asia Regional office based in Hyderabad is seeking an Indian national as Plant Physiologist to work in its legume breeding and development programs.
Key Responsibilities
  1. Conduct laboratory, glasshouse and field experiments for abiotic stress tolerance in legumes
  2. Coordinate multi-locational field trials for legumes
  3. Data collection and collation and maintenance of databases
  4. Preparation of research reports and papers
  5. Conduct research work activities as part of a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications and experience
  • PhD in plant physiology or a related field with a good academic record;
  • At least five years of extensive experience in laboratory, glasshouse and field screening for crop improvement;
  • Sound knowledge of experimental designs; strong written and verbal communication skills, fluent in written and spoken English;
  • Excellent computer skills.
Terms of Appointment
The incumbent will be based in Hyderabad, India. The position will be initially for a year with the possibility of extension depending upon work performance.
Application
Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, one recent passport size photograph, names and contact addresses (phone number and e-mail) of three referees, attested copies of degrees/experience certificates obtained, and a letter highlighting relevant work experience.
Send to:
Dr. W. Easdown, Regional Director, AVRDC-The World Vegetable Center - South Asia, ICRISAT campus, Patancheru 502324, Hyderabad, India; e-mail: AVRDC-RCSA@cgiar.org;
Tel: +91 40 3071 3755, Fax: +91 40 3071 3074/3075.
Closing Date: The closing date of application is 6 December 2013 or until the position is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The World Vegetable Center is the principal international research center dedicated to vegetable research and development.
Our mission is to alleviate poverty and malnutrition in the developing world through the increased production and consumption of safe vegetables.

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