The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Senior Research Supervisor
Ref: STS2022 – 003
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Recruitment Type: STS- National (6-months renewable contract)
Duties
- Perform screening of rice varieties for resistance to the African rice gall midge and rice stem borers.
- Execute field trials on naturals biological control of AfRGM through habitat manipulation.
- Conduct field studies on eco-friendly biopesticides Bacillus thuringensis and Trichoderma sp. For control of rice stem borers.
- Train students, farmers and national partners on IPM technologies.
- Perform data collection, analysis and for scientific report writing.
- Draft manuscript for publication in peer reviewed journals.
- Maintain insect reference collection for exhibition.
- Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications
- B.Sc / HND in Agriculture or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing similar or related role in a well-structured organization.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must have:
- Good knowledge of data collection, report writing and experienced in rice field establishment
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working
conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Application Closing Date
15th April, 2022.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Click here for more information (PDF)
Note
- Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format
- The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor and professional colleague.
- IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.
- While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.