ILRI seeks to recruit a Research Technician will
perform research activities for the tissue culture and transformation of yam
under supervision. This position will be based at the International
Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), a hosted institution within ILRI.
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works
to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing
countries. ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East,
West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia.
CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a
food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centers that are
members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner
organizations.
Responsibilities
- Routine work on Plant Tissue culture and Genetic transformation
- Assist in developing rapid and robust regeneration systems for D. rotundata and D. alata.
- Validate robust regeneration system with various accessions of D. rotundata and D. alata.
- Assist in establishing efficient regeneration system through somatic embryogenesis.
- Assist in developing Agrobacterium-mediated transformation system for D. rotundata and D. alata.
- Generate and analyse transgenic lines.
- Assist in molecular and glasshouse analysis of transgenic plants.
- Record keeping.
- Any other duties assigned.
Requirements:-
- Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Plant Science or relevant field
- Experience in Plant tissue culture and genetic transformation will be an asset.
- Able to cope with heavy intermittent workloads extending beyond office hours and during weekends
- Very good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Computer literacy,
Terms of Appointment
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at
ILRI’s Nairobi campus. The position is on a 2 year contract with the
possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and continued
funding.
Job level and salary
This position is in job Grade 2A , with a minimum start
salary of KES 71,479. This is exclusive of other benefits provided by ILRI.
How to Apply
Applicants should send a cover letter and CV explaining
their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names
and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are
knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work
experience. Applications should be submitted online to the Human Resources by
clicking on the APPLY NOW tab before 25th October, 2013. Only online
applications will be considered, and only short listed candidates will be
contacted. The position title and reference number is : RT- IITA/10/13
portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com
To read more about IITA, visit: http://www.iita.org
ILRI is an equal opportunity employer.
