Under supervision of the Senior Scientist and Sr. Associate Scientist, this position will contribute to proper implementation of protocols for phenotyping and genotyping screening of germplasm materials. Facilitate the development of crosses, field and greenhouse experiments, facilitate the designing and implementation of all experiments and other research-related activities. The main objective is to coordinate within IRRI and within the group to ensure efficient sample processing and well-managed phenotyping, screen house experiments and field trials.
This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and may only be filled by permanent citizens of the Philippines.
Roles and Responsibilities
Contribute to managing field and greenhouse trials, request appropriate farm operations to carry out the trials, and coordinate staff
Under the guidance of Senior Scientist, facilitate the designing and implementation of all experiments and other research-related activities
Communicate with internal partners and collaborators to exchange conceptual ideas and to effectively gather feedback for the advancement of assigned projects
Advise research activities improvement that are beneficial to the experiment
Work closely with research technicians in order to maintain smooth conduct of field and greenhouse experiments, data compilation, as well as to foster a productive working environment
Coordinate with required IRRI units for supplies and other services to ensure smooth implementation of experiments
Provide support in the implementation of field and greenhouse experiments and other research studies
Collect and analyze research data and contribute to the writing of manuscripts for reports/publications as well as presentations/posters for national and international conferences
Administer effective coordination and preparation of trainings by ensuring that materials, logistics and resource persons are appropriate to the defined objectives
Maintain accurate data recording and update database for efficient storage and retrieval of information
Prepare and submit research outputs to the Scientist in a timely manner
Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) with guidance of the Scientist
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture or Botany major in Seed Technology or related discipline and 2 years of relevant work experience in rice research
Skills Required
Has proven technical proficiency in conducting field, screenhouse and laboratory experiments
Has good oral and written communication skills
Has good presentation skills
Is able to work independently or minimal supervision
