Laboratory Research Technician I

Tags: Environment
  • Added Date: Friday, 24 May 2024
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The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable applicants for the positions below at the Institute\u2019s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position:ย ย ย ย Laboratory Research Technician Iย ย ย  ย 

Contract:ย ย 1-year renewable contractย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย 

Location:ย  Ibadan

Closing Date: 31 May 2024

DUTIES:ย 

Assist in tissue culture laboratory, screen house and field research activities related to plantain breeding. Assist with performing tissue culture and microscopy operations, data collection and processing. Ensure sterile environment practices, orderliness of lab, screen house and work environment. Assist in maintaining of stock and inventory for germplasm and laboratory items. Participate in research data collection, entry and processing. Assist in supervising casuals in daily assigned tasks. Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

National Diploma in Agriculture or any other related field with a minimum of three (3) years\u2019 experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must:

Have excellent interpersonal and multi-tasking skills. Attention to detail combined with good self-motivation and self-organizational skills. Have a positive attitude and strong team spirit. Have experience working with banana tissue culture techniques. Have ability to work with digital devices for data collection and reporting.

Benefits

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

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