Research Associate Job at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture - IITA

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Job Title: Research Associate (2-year renewable contract)

Location: Kano

Organisation: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture – IITA

Duties

Successful candidate will among other things:

•   Coordinate and implement multi-locational on-farm trials

•   Coordinate and supervise the collection of data on soils and other biophysical resources, crop management and yields, socio-economic variables and farmers' perceptions in the project's dissemination trials

•   Coordinate and supervise the collection and processing of soil and plant samples

•   Support the training of students and visiting trainees

•   Undertake data management and analysis; and contribute to reporting of research outputs

•   Support project staff to meet reporting, monitoring and evaluation requirements of the project activities

•   Facilitate all aspects of the project's operations and management of logistics

•   Carry out any other task assigned by the Supervisor

Qualification and Experience:

M.Sc. in Agronomy, Soil Science or a related discipline. Experience with and proven skills in the accurate collection of soil and other agronomic and socio-economic data in field trials are an absolute requirement.

The ideal candidate must:

•   Possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with partners and farmers and to engage farmers in data collection where possible.

•   Have good communication skills (a good knowledge of Hausa is an asset)

•   Possess good computer skills and be able to use statistical softwares and Excel.

•   Possess a valid Driver's License

Remuneration: We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Method of Application:

Please complete our online application form using this link: IITA Ibadan Job Portal.

Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline: 12 April 2012.

Research Associate Job