World Agroforestry Centre
The job specifically includes the following duties and responsibilities:
Last date of Submission : 09 Mar 2012 Sector : Environment and Climate Change Compensation : As Per World Agroforestry Centre Guidelines. Skill Set : Monitoring and Evaluation , Research and Analysis Nature of Job : Fixed term Contract We are looking for someone who can contribute to the World Agroforestry Centre’s collaborative research on advanced multiplication methods for cocoa germplasm to sustain delivery of improved planting material to farmers which is essential to meeting the challenge of revitalizing cocoa plantations in West Africa. In collaboration with Mars, Incorporated and national stakeholders, ICRAF is implementing the Vision for Change project aimed at revitalizing the cocoa sector in Côte d’Ivoire with empowered farmers producing cocoa on diversified farms with greater productivity, improved quality and profitable returns in thriving rural communities.
In collaboration with scientists from Mars, Incorporated and national partners, the scientist will contribute to the following:
Design and implementation of a large in vitro cacao plant production pipeline through somatic embryogenesis in Côte d’Ivoire.
Programming of activities, calculations of consumption of materials and reagents, and preparation of budgets and financial and progress reports.
Evaluation of the embryogenic response of different genetic materials selected for in vitro plant propagation.
Coordination of collections of flowers for introduction in culture media.
Preparation of solutions, culture media and materials for the introduction of plant material and maintenance of in vitro cultures in solid and liquid media.
Acclimation of plants and evaluation of their development in the field.
Training of personnel in the process of propagation by somatic embryogenesis in solid and liquid cultures.
Qualifications:
PhD in natural sciences or a related discipline
Field experience in tropical, developing countries
At least 5 years of experience in Theobroma cacao L. somatic embryogenesis research
Sound knowledge of soil science, agronomy and terrestrial ecology
Strong quantitative and statistical skills in multivariate and multilevel modeling
Experience with cocoa agronomy will be an added advantage
A strong publication record
Ability to work in a team and good people skills
Proficiency in both English and French.
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This position is remunerated on international terms. The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a nine (9) month probation period.
A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position, and your salary expectations.
A detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae.
The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone numbers and email addresses, and fax details, if available.
Interested Candidates May Send their Resume at: icrafhru@cgiar.org
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