Technical Assistant III – Field and Laboratory IRRI
2 weeks ago
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for better and more sustainable use of livestock. ILRI is a member of the CGIAR Consortium which works for a food-secure future.
JOB SUMMARY
RequirementsDiploma in agriculture (breeding, crop protection, crop science) with experience working in rice fieldsHas basic knowledge of MS Office programs such as Word and Excel or related softwareHas experience with rice field managementHas experience in rice production
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform/conduct activities to support experiment(s) in the field of [Plant Breeding]Support the day-to-day operation of activities in the field/screenhouse/greenhouseSupport and oversee contract workers during field/screenhouse/greenhouse operation and monitor efficiency.Help in preparation of materials to be used in field/greenhouse/screenhouse/laboratory experiments (e.g. seeds, soil, nutrient solution, labels)Help to oversee, implement and monitor field/screenhouse/greenhouse activities from seeding to harvesting to seed processing and ensure that all operations meet standards of quality assuranceHelp to supervise and handle data collection, processingHelp perform assigned procedures related to experiments/study in Plant BreedingPerform seed germination for planting in the fieldSupport in systematic bagging and harvesting of paniclesHelp conduct trials in the breedingAssist in mass screening of rice cultivars,, assessment of damage and data collectionEngagementAssist in the maintenance and organization of field, greenhouse/screenhouse/headhouse/laboratory as required by Institute protocols including maintaining cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in the laboratory and other work. This includes spaces, preparation of commonly used solutions/materials, inventory and ordering of chemicals and supplies.DeliveryData collection and documentation-Collect data and help in cleaning dataEncode data for analysis using electronic device/ computer/ tabletAssist in characterization and data collections from stored germplasmMeasure and asses plant parameters and yield componentsCalibrate regularly used equipmentAssist in training scholars/ interns/ on-the-job-traineesAssist in initial purification of seed stocks by bagging and threshing panic/esPerform any other duties as assigned by supervisor from time to time
REQUIRED SKILLS
Record keeping, Data collection, Quality control and supervision, Research planning, Equipment and tool maintenance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Diploma, Associate's degree
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