International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Recruits Research Supervisor - (Laboratory) Ibadan (2-year renewable contract)

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The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Job Title: Research Supervisor - (Laboratory) Ibadan (2-year renewable contract)

Job Location: Ibadan

Responsibilities

Assist set up and conduct field experiments including all aspects of data collection
Serve on teams for determination of dry matter content, cyanogenic content, post harvest physiological deterioration and root mealiness
Co-supervise field laboratory in the use of I-check for determination carotenoids content in Ibadan and mobile laboratory at outstations
Maintain laboratory standard operating procedures, equipment such as iCheck device and all its accessories.
Lead electronic data collection and maintenance of records in the field laboratory
Supervise and lead harvest teams specializing in sampling and laboratory determination of carotenoids
Supervise arrangements for display of cassava products to showcase breeding activities when needed for tours, farmer field days and programmes outside IITA
Assist training students on Industrial Attachment, National Youth Service Corps and other partner institutes
Assist in distribution of labour and allocation of daily responsibilities
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor

Required Qualification and Experience

B.Sc/HND in Bio Chemistry, Microbiology, General Agriculture, or related discipline from a reputable university/college/polytechnic
Minimum experience of 3 years in a similar position
Basic knowledge of crop management operations
Good time management skills.
Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure

Remuneration:

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

Mode of Application
Applications including a cover letter of 300 words describing why you are an ideal candidate and what you would bring to the role, a current curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IITA Website.
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Application Deadline: 14th August, 2013

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International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Recruits Research Supervisor - (Laboratory) Ibadan (2-year renewable contract)

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