ICRISAT - Project Scientist (M Phil / Phd)

ICRISAT seeks applications from Indian nationals for the positions of Special Project Scientist (two positions) to be based at Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh, India.



Qualification:
Ph.D. in Agricultural Biotechnology/Plant Biotechnology/Life sciences/ Genetics and Plant Breeding with the knowledge indicated in responsibilities.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world. Covering 6.5 million square kilometers of land in 55 countries, the semi-arid tropics is home to over 2 billion people, with 650 million of these the poorest of the poor. ICRISAT and its partners help empower those living in the semi-arid tropics, especially smallholder farmers, to overcome poverty, hunger, malnutrition and a degraded environment through more efficient and profitable agriculture. ICRISAT is headquartered in Greater Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India and belongs to the Consortium of Centers supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).

The Job: Molecular marker data analysis, genotyping and phenotyping, QTL mapping, molecular breeding, gene expression analysis, data analysis, actively associate in writing project reports, research articles and perform other related jobs from time to time.

Period and Remuneration: An attractive all inclusive consolidated assignment fee in Indian Rupees is payable. The position is initially for a fixed-term of two years and may be extended depending on requirement, funding availability, and performance of the incumbent.

How to Apply: The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport-size photograh, names and addresses (including fax/e-mail) of three referees, date of availability, and a statement of the special qualifications for this position. Applicants from the Indian NARS/ Universities should submit their applications through proper channel. To know more details about this position please contact, Dr Rajeev Varshney, Director-Centre of Excellence in Genomics at r.k.varshney@cgiar.org
Please send your application by email to icrisatjobs@cgiar.org, stating the job title Special Project Scientist - Genomics clearly in the subject column, addressed to the Director, Human Resources and Operations, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, India, latest by 10 March 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Last Date: 10 March 12

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