Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) in Côte d'Ivoire offers Research Assistant Position in the field of plant breeding. Applicants must hold masters in plant breeding or related fields and possess work experience with language proficiency. AfricaRice encourages students of developing countries and women applicants to apply. The position is for two years. Applications are to be sent by via online including CV, three referees name and address and a cover letter by 02 January 2013.
Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided for studies in plant breeding.
Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing research level.
Scholarship Provider: Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice)
Scholarship can be taken at: Côte d'Ivoire
Eligibility: -MSc in Plant Breeding or related fields
-Work experience of at least five (5) years after MSc
-Ability to efficiently work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and to take responsibilities for tasks with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in multicultural environment in close collaboration with NARS.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of developing countries can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description:The Research Assistant will work in liaison with the Genetic Diversity and Improvement Program-Leader and under the direct supervision of the AfricaRice Regional Representative or his duly assigned representative.Participate in the maintenance of research laboratories and equipment in Mbe. Regularly carry out bibliographical searches and writing of technical reports;Carry out any other duties assigned by AfricaRice Management.
Number of award(s): Not Known
Duration of award(s): The initial appointment is for two years with the possibility for renewal.
What does it cover?AfricaRice provides an attractive salary and benefits package and a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment.
Selection Criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: The mode of applying is by post.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Applications should be submitted till 02 January 2013.
Further Scholarship Information and Application (http://www.africarice.org/jobs/Research%20Assistant-Plant%20Breeding-dec12.pdf)
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