AOCC Laboratory Manager (Genomics Specialist)

Job opening ID	98
Number of positions	1
Deadline	23 May-2014
Job Category	Internationally Recruited Staff
Department	SD3 – Tree Diversity, Domestication and Delivery
Designation	AOCC Laboratory Manager (Genomics Specialist)
Country	Kenya
Roles and responsibilities	Duties and Responsibilities: • Assist in establishment of the AOCC sequencing and bioinformatics laboratory at ICRAF • Implementation of NGS technologies within the established unit • Oversee the development of relevant molecular resources for breeding to facilitate the improvement of African Orphan Crops • Establish necessary partnerships and strengthen collaboration within Africa and globally • Ensure successful implementation and utilization of technologies and resources developed • Assist relevant research programs to take advantage of the tools available within the AOCC unit, with a focus on the African Orphan Crops • Manage the operation of technologies within the AOCC Unit for the provision of services in the generation and analysis of NGS data to research programs within the unit and in collaborating institutions • Develop, test and implement new technologies appropriate to the developing needs of the AOCC unit • Implement a program to optimize work flow within the unit with a focus on quality, efficiency and cost • Raise and manage the funds for research and to ensure that the Unit remains at the cutting edge of advanced genomics technologies • Provide training for postgraduate students and research staff • Publish in peer-reviewed journals and undertake other writing as required • Prepare communications materials in collaboration with the communications unit of ICRAF • Represent AOCC at international conferences and other fora
Skill set	Requirements: • PhD Molecular Biology, Genomics, Genetics or any related field • At least 4 years postdoctoral work in genomics, NGS and bioinformatics • Excellent communication and writing skills • Good understanding of molecular breeding is an advantage
Advert	Advert - AOCC Lab Manager- Genomics Specialist.pdf
Duty station	Nairobi, Kenya
Job Summary	About the position: To achieve its objectives, AOCC seeks a highly motivated and experienced genomics expert to build a highly competitive research program. The successful candidate will have Ph.D. level training in Molecular Biology, or a similar discipline as well as extensive capability in genomics; hands-on experience with library and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies, targeted re-sequencing, bioinformatics as well as the development of relevant genomic resources is an essential requirement. The candidate must be highly organised, able to keep track of multiple projects and processes, and be a team player. They are expected to have exceptional communication skills and the demonstrated ability for independent work and self-management. The scientist will also be required to contribute to raising external funding while establishing the necessary partnerships within Africa and globally.