ICRAF Research Assistant – Maize Breeding (EAPP2) CIMMYT Jobs in Kenya
Overview
To provide technical support to the Scientist/Maize Breeder in charge of line development under Eastern Africa Product Profile 2 (late maturity maize) by managing nurseries at the Kiboko research station and trials at other locations in Kenya.
Duties and responsibilities
Inbred line nursery management
Ensure that nurseries are pollinated and harvested according to instructions from the Breeder.
Ensure shelling of inbred lines is carried out carefully to avoid seed mixtures.
Overseeing of Field experiments
Prepare field experiments (trials and nurseries), including trial designs and seed preparation using Fieldbook / Enterprise Breeding System (EBS) according to the breeder’s instructions.
Generate seed labels and field tags for trial and nursery identification.
Prepare field maps and planting plans for field trials.
Manage planting of optimal trials at key locations like Kakamega, Embu, Chorlim, Kimini, and Shikusa in conjunction with external partners like KALRO and Seed Companies.
Data analysis
Implement electronic data capture in all the field-testing locations using KDSmart or other appropriate applications to ensure quick turnaround.
Consolidate data from trials at all locations, examine data for accuracy and analyze the data in a timely manner using various software including EBS and Fieldbook.
Manage historical data entry into the EBS.
Assist M.Sc. and Ph.D. students in practical maize breeding and data analysis.
Assist in drafting project reports and manuscripts.
Assist in preparing tables and figures from research results for project reports and draft manuscripts.
Training and Supervision of casual labor
Provide training and backstopping services especially with Fieldbook and data analysis to NARS and seed company partners.
Supervise contract in data taking according to instructions in trials under both optimum and managed stress conditions.
Seed Processing and Storage
Coordinate seed processing and shipment with different partners, both internally and externally.
Manage cold storage facilities by consolidating germplasm inventories and developing SOPs.
In consultation with Scientist identify germplasm that require seed increase.
Requirements
Master of Science degree in Plant Breeding
2-3 years’ experience in plant breeding or seed systems
Knowledge of MS Office Applications.
Valid driving license is a must.
Maintain the farm roads clean by using mowers and shredders.
Requirements
Diploma in agricultural machine operation or equivalent
At least 5 years of experience in the agriculture, floriculture, and/or horticulture industries.
Holder of a valid driving license.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; ICRAF Research Assistant – Maize Breeding (EAPP2) CIMMYT Jobs in Kenya
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