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MSc Plant Breeding & Genetics Scientific Officer vacancy is available at ICRISAT. ICRISAT hiring for research vacancies, and msc candidates with plant breeding & genetics as a qualification are eligible. Scientific Officer jobs for msc candidates. Check out all the details posted below on the same:
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Name of Job: SCIENTIFIC OFFICER – WORLD VEGETABLE CENTER
Name of the Project: “Genetic Enhancement of Minor Pulses: Characterization, Evaluation, Genetic Enhancement and Generation of Genomic Resources for Accelerated Utilization and Improvement of Minor Pulses”
Funded By: Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India.
The Job:
Working under the guidance of the project leader to execute project activities such as —
- Conduct laboratory, glasshouse and field experiments on screening for biotic and abiotic stress resistance/tolerance in legumes
- Conduct plant hybridization actions in legumes
- Conduct marker assisted selection
- Data collection and collation and maintenance of databases
- Preparation of research reports and papers
- Conduct research work activities as part of a multidisciplinary team
Competencies:
- Experience in plant hybridization
- Sound knowledge of plant breeding and genetics
- Expertise in marker-assisted selection
- Outstanding communication and computer skills, with fluency in spoken and written
- English and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
Essential Criteria:
- MSc. In Plant Breeding or some related field with a great academic record
- At least three years of experience in laboratory, glasshouse and field operations
General:
This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) cadre position, for a year, renewable on a yearly basis depending on performance and the project’s continuing need for this position.
How to Apply:
Applicants must apply on or before 30 April 2019 with newest Curriculum Vitae and the names and contact info of 3 references which are knowledgeable about your professional credentials and work experience. All applications will be acknowledged; nevertheless just short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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Deadline: on or before 30 April, 2019
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