Position:      Research Supervisor

Contract:        1-year renewable contract                                    Location:  Ibadan

DUTIES: 

·         Provide technical support on implementation of plantain/banana improvement research activities in Nigeria, with a focus on breeding, germplasm multiplication and evaluation.

·         Assist with field lay out and establishment of new pollination blocks, evaluation trials etc. based on instructions from the PBIP scientists and Research Associate.

·         Carry out accurate data collection and reporting on prioritized traits in trials using digital tools.

·         Be responsible for routine maintenance of all pollination blocks and evaluation trials in line with designated field management schedules (planting, weed management, harvesting etc.).

·         Assist in plant sample collection and preparation for genotyping, ploidy analysis, and other germplasm transfers as needed.

·         Assist in multiplication and maintenance of selected genotypes for research activities and training of stakeholders on propagation techniques.

·         Supervise casual workers for implementation of assigned tasks.

Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

BSc/HND in Crop protection, Agronomy or any other related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

•      Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).

•      Be proficient in MS-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic exposure to data curation techniques.

•      Have excellent interpersonal and multi-tasking skills.

•      Be experienced in plantain/banana improvement screen house/field trials management.

•      Attention to detail combined with good self-motivation and self-organizational skills.

•      Have a positive attitude and strong team spirit.

•      Have practical experience with digital data collection and reporting.

Benefits

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.