The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.
Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change.
Under the minimal supervision of Scientist II, the Assistant Scientist will assist in the design of experiments, surveys, and other research studies according to genome editing-specific project goals and research objectives. He/she will manage the implementation of defined research activities, evaluate and validate experimental data, and contribute to manuscripts for reports/publications as well as presentations/posters for national and international conferences. He/she will also supervise, coach, and guide scholars, OJTs, researchers, and research technicians, and coordinate and prepare training sessions for a variety of people. Also, he/she will assist in reporting following the CGIAR template and standard.
This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and may only be filled by permanent citizens of the Philippines.
Mandatory
Preferred
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance and other allowances.
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Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.