Research Associate Agronomy needed at IITA

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture IITA is a non-profit agricultural research-for-development R4D organization, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium.We thank you for your interest in IITA and invite you to explore many exciting and diverse career opportunities in a work environment that enables you to be the best you can, advancing your professional and personal growth in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment.

Job Title: Research Associate Agronomy

Location 
Abuja

Job Field
Agriculture, Agro-Allied

Background and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
Under the supervision of the Cassava commodity Specialist, undertake project-related activities under the production component
Implement approved on-farm and demonstration cassava trials
Work with the IITA team, plan field days and training for youth and cassava farmers
Determine and supervise fertilizer and herbicide applications protocols
Collect all relevant research and Project data including outgrower contacts, farmers: including location, quantities, and pictures
Write reports of field trials, training, and other farmer participatory activities carried out.
Work with the IITA team to collate on a monthly basis a progress report
Any other duty assigned by the Cassava Commodity Specialist

Qualification and Experience
Minimum of MSc in Agriculture with a major in plant breeding, agronomy, or a related field
At least 2 years’ experience in cassava production

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