Plantain Pathologist at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Plantain Pathologist

Ref No: DDG-R4D/PP/03/23
Location: Ibadan, Oyo

 About International Institute of Tropical Agriculture:  The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should have a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology or related fields. Experience in banana pathology is an advantage.

Core Competencies:

• Pathology experience in plantain and/or banana breeding with at least three pathogens.
• Pathology experience in the field and with bioassays in the laboratory and/or screenhouse.
• Expertise in writing publications.
• Expertise in linking pathology to agronomy, soil health and/or farming systems, and exposure to other crops than bananas.
• Experience with molecular techniques in disease diagnostics.
• Work experience in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment would be a great asset.

  How to Submit Your Application

Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online

Click here for more information (PDF)

Note

• Interested applicants should complete the online application by attaching a detailed Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format.
• The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague, and evidence of current remuneration package.
• IITA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.
• While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 Application Closing Date
13th April, 2023.