Research Technician - ICRISAT

1. Document demand for trials seed
   production as guided by scientists and coordinate the seed production.
   
2. Maintain seed inventory and supervise
   short term trial seed storage.
   
3. Design and pack trials under the
   direction of a scientist.
   
4. Establish trials in the designated
   testing sites
   
5. Ensure trials and demonstrations are
   established on time and planted according to trial design.
   
6. Ensure trials are well managed for
   quality data.
   
7. Ensure the accuracy of data entry and
   consolidation for analysis by the Scientist for informed decision-making.
   
8. Learn and operate the Breeding
   Management System (BMS) in order to manage routine operations, data upload,
   data curation, cleaning and preliminary analysis.
   
9. Implement timely digital data capture
   using the relevant tools and software
   
10. Manage a team of casual laborers
    involved in planting weeding, harvesting and trial processing, seed processing,
    see inventory, trial packaging, trial distribution.
    
11. Ensure the casual team receives the
    necessary training to conduct their tasks.
    
12. Ensure safety and hygiene standards
    are adhered to and well managed.
    
13. Assist in training partners on a need
    basis and coordinate with the supervisor.
    
14. Manage printing of packets, labels,
    tags, and seed inventory.
    
15. Participate in exhibitions,
    demonstrations, and field days.
    

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or a related field
  
• At least 2 years of experience in a research institution and an
  understanding of plant breeding
  
• Experience in a research environment, specifically in field
  layout, data analysis, and good crop husbandry practices
  
• Sound interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team
  setting.
  
• Candidates with less experience but proven ability to deliver may
  be considered
  
• Preferably having experience of working in multi-cultural and
  interdisciplinary teams.
  
• Experience in an international organization environment will be an
  added advantage
  
• Practical experience in field experimental work
  
• Ability to prioritize and organize work efficiently and
  independently
  
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimal
  supervision
  
• Good interpersonal skills, integrity, honesty and self-motivation
  
• Computer literacy in MS Office.
  
• Fluency in English is an added advantage.