The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable applicants for the position below at the Institute\u2019s Headquarters in Ibadan.
Position: Research Supervisor
Contract: 1-year renewable contract
Location: Ibadan
Closing Date: 4 July 2024
DUTIES:
\u00b7 Prepare samples for genotyping following the vendors\u2019 instructions.
\u00b7 Work with the curator to uphold the genotyping plate information and the genotyping results to MusaBase.
\u00b7 Extract, purify, quantify, and standardize DNA as needed and run PCR for specified products.
\u00b7 Perform ploidy analysis of banana hybrids and other germplasm, and enter the results in BTracT as applicable.
\u00b7 Archive the leaves of every genotype in the field and create a directory for easy access to the material.
\u00b7 Participate in the writing and validation of SOPs as well as student or other training related to the plantain molecular work.
\u00b7 Assist in the field and lab data collection for molecular research and application.
\u00b7 Keep custody of the molecular laboratory supplies and reagents.
\u00b7 Keep an updated inventory of the laboratory supplies for plantain molecular work.
\u00b7 Perform any other job-related tasks as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
BSC/HND in Plant Science, Biology, Chemistry or any other related field with a minimum of two (2) years\u2019 experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
Be experienced in the extraction of high quality DNA from plants. Be experienced in basic procedures and techniques in molecular biology. Have practical experience with digital data collection and reporting. Have good communication skills. Have a good sense of lab ethics and cleanliness. Be a team player with good interpersonal skills.Benefits