We are looking for an innovative, results-oriented scientist with excellent skills in plant breeding for developing and deploying high-yielding, stress-tolerant and nutritionally enhanced maize germplasm in the African highlands.
The selected scientist will work as the member of CIMMYT Global Maize Program (GMP) in collaboration with a large multi-disciplinary international team of breeders, geneticists, pathologists, agronomists, and social scientists. A key task will be to broaden the genetic base and increase genetic gains in breeding conventional and quality protein maize (QPM) adapted to highland ecologies of Africa.
The position will be based at CIMMYT Ethiopia’s office in Addis Ababa, but will involve frequent travel, including to other CIMMYT field sites particularly in eastern and southern Africa, and involve collaboration with public and private, local and international partners.
The main responsibilities of this position will be:
We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:
We will offer an initial contract for 3 years, which is renewable subject to continued need and funding for the position and performance of the staff member. Our internationally competitive salary and benefits include housing allowance, car, comprehensive health and life insurance, assistance for children’s education, paid vacation, annual airfare, contribution to a retirement plan, and generous assistance with relocation shipment.
To apply for this position, please email cover letter and CV no later than Saturday, 5 January, 2013 to Human Resources, CIMMYT (Email:irsrecruitment@cgiar.org / Please indicate Position Reference number: 12262 in the header of your email).
For further information on the selection process, please contact Guillermo Flores, Staffing Specialist; For information on job responsibilities, please contact Dr. B.M. Prasanna.
For further information on the selection process, please contact Guillermo Flores, Staffing Specialist; For information on job responsibilities, please contact Dr. B.M. Prasanna.
CIMMYT Scientist - Highland Maize Breeder for Africa
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