International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Latest Jobs in Nigeria: Recruitment for Research Technician

THE ORGANIZATION:

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.

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

POST TITLE:   Research Technician (2-year renewable Contract)

JOB DUTIES:

Successful candidate will among other things perform the following:

• Conduct DNA/RNA extraction and assess DNA quality and quantity,
• Set up and conduct PCR for genotyping,
• Perform gel electrophoresis,
• Score genotype data,
• Conduct field and screen-house/green house phenotyping of plants,
• Maintain lab book detailing all experimentation, methods and results,
• Assist in training methods of partners visitors and students on genotyping and phenotyping activities,
• Assist in ordering of consumables for laboratory and field activities,
• Carry out other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Candidate must have B.Sc/HND in Biochemistry, Cell Biology or Biotechnology plus at least one year experience,
• The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work independently and should be able to work extra hours,
• Training in Genetics, Plant Biology or Biotechnology is desirable.

SALARY/REMUNERATION:

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

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Interested applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone fax and e-mail addresses, if available), evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to the Personnel Manager, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, PMB 5320, Oyo Road, Ibadan, Nigeria on or before 29^th November 2011.

These job vacancy can also be found on our website: http://old.iita.org/cms/details/nrs_job_application.aspx