International Potato Center
Ref: N-21-64 AS/NRS/HQ
Associate Scientist, Post Harvest Agronomist
The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dynamic Agronomist/Post-Harvest specialist to support a development initiative that will demonstrate and scale up improved potato production packages and sustainable intensification technologies combined with best pre- and post-harvest practices to increase incomes of smallholder potato producers in target districts of the APART project in Assam, India.
About the role: This position will be based in Guwahati, India and will report to the Project Manager. The successful candidate will provide support to partners in planning and setting up field demonstrations, implementing sustainable intensification strategies, best practices in crop protection and improved storage management to minimize losses. The candidate will work with interdisciplinary science teams at CIP’s regional office in New Delhi, India and headquarters in Lima, Peru. The work duties include frequent travel within Assam.
Key responsibilities:
• Plan, prioritize and manage an independent research agenda effectively.
• Ensure the proper execution of the whole process of research in the projects/theme in charge.
• Build internal and external contacts to develop relationships for future collaborations.
• Keep team members informed of the latest scientific advances in their fields of development.
• Develop new projects proposals and applications for external research funding by building on existing strengths and experience.
• Publish scientific papers in high-impact academic journals according to the discipline, prepare project reports and policy briefs, and presentations at professional workshops and seminars.
• Supervise staff in charge, contribute to their performance evaluations and identify succession planning and development.
• Comply with applicable health and safety CIP policies and procedures.
What are we looking for?
• PhD degree in Agronomy or other related field agriculture.
• At least 8 years of extensive experiences preferable in potato research and extension work with good knowledge of crop production and protection practices, including storage management.
• Good data management and statistical skills and proficiency in the use of key software applications (MS Word, MS Excel).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi (knowledge of regional languages would be an advantage).
• Extensive experiences in training programs and ability working in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
What are we offering?
• Great career opportunity in an international organization.
• Generous compensation package commensurate with experience.
• One-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.
• Work in an equal and diverse workplace.
How to apply:
Visit the following link: https://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ and submit your cover letter and a full C.V. in English with your references, latest by December 3, 2021. All applications will be acknowledged; however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
This position WILL NOT have contact with children or vulnerable adults
Learn more about CIP in the web site at https://www.cipotato.org/
CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.