ICRISAT jobs for Scientist Systems Agronomist in Hyderabad. Last Date to apply: 16 Feb 2020
Scientist Systems Agronomist
ICRISAT
Expired
Posted: 20 Jan 20
Job Description
ICRISAT seeks applications for the post of Scientist – Systems Agronomist with Innovation Systems and Drylands Program which will be primarily based at Chitedze Research Station, Lilongwe, Malawi
Essential:PhD degree in agriculture, agro-ecology, crop science, soil science, environment or related discipline with experience in farming systems and agronomic related research.Significant knowledge of farming systems in the region and how knowledge of agronomy and soils can be applied to manage resourced constrained systems and achieve productive agricultural systems.Significant expertise (5+ years) in the parameterization, validation and application of crop models, preferably APSIM, in agronomic research and incorporation of findings into extension material and publications.Strong statistical knowledge of computer applications and software for data management and analysis.Good publication record, as evidenced by senior authored research papers in refereed journals.
Experience in working with a wide range of stakeholders and interest to work in interdisciplinary team.Ability and willingness to participate in field work and travel extensively in eastern and southern Africa.Excellence in English (both spoken and written).
Desirable:A high level of competency in the design and implementation of field-based experiments.
GIS and spatial analysis skills.Understanding of semi-arid smallholder farming systems and their constraints and opportunities for sustainable intensification.Demonstrated ability to write proposals and fund raise.
General:This is an Internationally Recruited position position for two years, renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the institute’s continuing need for the position.
Job Particulars
Role research jrf srf
Education M Phil / Ph.D
Who can apply Freshers and Experienced (0 to 3+ Years )
Hiring Process Face to Face Interview
Employment TypeFull Time
Job Id830452
Locality Address
State Telangana
Country India
About Company
The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (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.
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