Post-Doctoral fellow - Crop Diversification & Genetic Enhancement

Job Summary

Assist the Crop Diversification & Genetic Enhancement section on screening and selection of new and improved genetic material.

Job Responsibilities
  • Synthesis of existing data related to screening for salinity and field evaluation, summarize and write up papers for publication in refereed journals, and technical reports.
  • Conduct specific research experiments regarding crop management, water productivity and screening for salinity tolerance in conventional and non-conventional crop plants.
  • Contribute to the design of relevant experiments; supervise implementation, field management and data collection and the production of relevant scientific publications.
  • Contribute to the preparation of annual and technical reports of the Crop Diversification and Genetic Enhancement Section.
  • Carry out physiological measurements and quality traits using modern instrumentation and techniques.
Qualifications and Experience

Essentials

  • PhD in  Agronomy or related fields with specialization in Crop Production and physiology
  • Experience in conducting research preferably on crop production and management under marginal and stress conditions.
  • Experience in managing and analyzing scientific data. Knowledge of statistical packages is required.
  • Candidate should be fluent in English, able to work independently and work with a team.
  • High level of organization, ability to manage multiple tasks, and team work.
  • Excellent technical writing skills.

Applicants are kindly requested to send an updated cover letter and C.V combined in one PDF file along with two names as references to:

Human Resources
ICBA
P.O. Box 14660
Dubai- UAE
Fax: +9714 3361149
Email: hr@biosaline.org.ae  

Post Date
6 March 2017
Status
Closed
Vacancy Type
Full-time
Closing Date
26 March 2017
Location
International Center for Biosaline Agriculture, Dubai, UAE
Report To
Section Head - Crop Diversification & Genetic Improvement
Job Number
ICBADRI-PD-2017-002
Gross Salary Range
US$ 50,000 per annum
Grade
13