Assistant Scientist - Plant Pathology

Reference number: (PRS-2011-162-CV)

Apply by: 26 October 2011

Conduct experiments to evaluate breeding lines for blast and bacterial blight resistance for hybrid rice production

Major accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts experiments for the Green Super Rice (GSR) Project, including screening of inbred and hybrid lines for resistance to blast, bacterial blight, bacterial leaf streak, sheath blight and brown spot

• Phenotyping and genotyping of selected breeding lines and rice pathogens, and analyzes phenotype and molecular data

• Maintains the database of GSR materials screened for the different rice diseases and maintains the seeds of selected breeding lines

• Prepares slide presentations, semi-annual and annual reports as required by the project

• Performs other work as may be assigned by the IRS

Qualification requirements

• MS Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, Genetics

• Minimum of 2 years experience in handling field experiments, working knowledge on molecular techniques, familiarity with Microsoft Office and data analysis

• Ability to work in a team, hardworking, can work independently, good communication skills

Screening will start on 26 October 2011 and will continue until a suitable candidate has been found.

Please indicate the position reference number in the e-mail subject line. IRRI regrets that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IRRI provides a multicultural work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity, with a competitive compensation and benefit package. Women are encouraged to apply.

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Interested candidates should apply online (click apply now). Should you encounter problems applying online please email atIRRIRecruitment@irri.org

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