Molecular Breeding Research Associate

Position: Molecular Breeding Research Associate
Ref: NRS-2024 004
Duty Station: IITA Uganda, Sendusu – Namulonge
Reports To: The Banana Molecular Breeder
Date Posted: September 9, 2024
Closing Date: September 20, 2024
Duration: 2 years, renewable depending on performance and availability of funds

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the genotyping projects (low-, mid-, and high-density genotyping) of the banana team across the stations (Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria).
• Coordinate and supervise the molecular lab research assistants, research technicians, casuals, interns, and trainees.
• Liaise with the field research associate for all the phenotype trials linked to molecular banana breeding.
• Work with the data curators to upload the genotyping projects and results to Musabase.
• Analyse routine molecular data and produce comprehensive reports on the data.
• Liaise with the lab/field technicians from other banana stations for an easy flow of communication.

Qualification, Skills, Experience, and Competencies Required:
The ideal candidate must:

• Be Ugandan by nationality.
• Hold a master’s degree in Plant Breeding with good mastery of molecular breeding.
• Have a minimum of 1-year experience, preferably in a research setting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Should be able to follow and troubleshoot protocols.
• Be keen and pay attention to details.
• Have good interpersonal relations.

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

How to Apply:
All the applications must include a cover letter, CV, copies of B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees and transcripts, and names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees, which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct supervisor.

The application should be addressed to:
The Human Resource & Administration Manager
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture – Uganda
P.O.Box 7878
Sendusu – Kampala, Uganda