International Rice Research Institute Los Banos, Laguna Philippines, Philippine 4030
Website: http://www.irri.org
Researcher – Plant Breeding
Job Type National contract
Location Philippines (Los Baños)
Basic Purpose The successful candidate shall work on the molecular characterization of elite breeding lines exchanged through the International Network for Genetic Evaluation of Rice (INGER) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) project on Abiotic Stresses. Characterize the genetic diversity of entry nominations from IRRI and national programs (NARS) and develop a DNA fingerprint database of the elite rice varieties from around the world.
Major Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
1.Conduct greenhouse/field seed increase, DNA isolation, and barcoding/molecular fingerprinting of NARES nominations to BMGF/INGER international nurseries for abiotic and biotic stresses.
2.Fingerprinting of advanced IRRI breeding lines for sending out NARES for multi-environment testing (MET) and/hotspot evaluation under abiotic and biotic stresses.
3.Genetically characterize genetic donors for abiotic/biotic stress resistance/tolerance and best performing entries in past INGER trials using molecular markers and associate diversity with multilocation phenotypic performance.
4.Develop and curate a DNA profile database on BMGF/INGER entries, including graphical displays accessible through a new INGER website.
5.Supervise laboratory activities, manage laboratory supplies procurements and usage, and participate in training NARES particpants during plant breeding and rice production workshops.
6.Supervise interns/trainees in the conduct of phenotyping and genotyping experiments involving BMGF/INGER materials.
2.Fingerprinting of advanced IRRI breeding lines for sending out NARES for multi-environment testing (MET) and/hotspot evaluation under abiotic and biotic stresses.
3.Genetically characterize genetic donors for abiotic/biotic stress resistance/tolerance and best performing entries in past INGER trials using molecular markers and associate diversity with multilocation phenotypic performance.
4.Develop and curate a DNA profile database on BMGF/INGER entries, including graphical displays accessible through a new INGER website.
5.Supervise laboratory activities, manage laboratory supplies procurements and usage, and participate in training NARES particpants during plant breeding and rice production workshops.
6.Supervise interns/trainees in the conduct of phenotyping and genotyping experiments involving BMGF/INGER materials.
Requirements
•B.S. Degree in Plant Breeding, Biology, Agriculture or related field
•At least 1 year experience in genetics, plant breeding, molecular biology or related fields
•At least 1 year experience in genetics, plant breeding, molecular biology or related fields
•Hands-on familiarity with molecular marker technologies, germplasm characterization, and genetic diversity analysis, computer,
supervisory, organizational time management, scientific writing, and analytical skills, statistics, data analysis and oral and written English proficiency, driving skills.
How to Apply
Applications will be received until 03 December 2010 or until a suitable candidate is found.
Please submit your application via email, including a summary of how you meet each selection criteria, a comprehensive curriculum vitae, transcript of records, name and contact details of 3 referees to IRRIRecruitment@irri.org.
Please indicate the position reference number in the e-mail subject line
IRRI regrets that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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IRRI headquarters are located in Los Baños, 70 kilometers south of Manila, Philippines. IRRI’s most important asset is its workforce. We provide world-class facilities, highly competitive benefits, and a gender-sensitive environment. We strongly encourage women applicants.
IRRI headquarters are located in Los Baños, 70 kilometers south of Manila, Philippines. IRRI’s most important asset is its workforce. We provide world-class facilities, highly competitive benefits, and a gender-sensitive environment. We strongly encourage women applicants.
Email Resume To IRRIRecruitment@irri.org
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