About IRRI The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baรฑos, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.
Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change.
Job Purpose
Under the supervision of the Assistant Scientist, the Researcher is expected to provide assistance in conducting field trials involving transgenic and gene-edited materials, with supplementary laboratory work. The Researcher will plan and implement routine experiments, assist in supervising the implementation of research studies, collect and analyze research data, contribute to the preparation of reports, publications, and presentations, and support the training of scholars and trainees as required and oversee the work of Research Technicians.
This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baรฑos, Philippines and may only be filled by permanent citizens of the Philippines.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Plan and implement routine experiments focused on transgenic and gene-edited materials primarily involved in field trials, with additional laboratory work under the โDeveloping C4 intermediates in rice through genome editing Projectโ
- Assist in supervising the conduct of field trials, and other research studies with additional work performed in the laboratory
- Collect, collate, and analyze research data
- Prepare supplies and equipment as needed in the experiments
- Confirm molecular characterization of imported and exported transgenic and gene-edited materials
- Contribute to the verification and application of research protocols/methods/techniques that would aid in the successful execution of the experiment/activity
- Contribute to the preparation of reports, publications, and presentations
- Collaborate with internal and external partners in the implementation of field trials and other related studies
- Oversee the work of Research Technicians
- Provide feedback on the performance of the Research Technician to the immediate supervisor
- Support the training of scholars and other stakeholders
- Prepare and submit updated and accurate research outputs in a timely manner
- Interpret data and contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols, and manuscripts
- Maintain database for optimal storage and retrieval of information
- Act as a resource person for training courses and visitors
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Biotechnology or in Biology
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in Molecular Biology
Skills Required
Mandatory
- Has proven technical proficiency in conducting experiments
- Has strong analytical and quality assurance skills
Preferred
Has experience in handling transgenic, gene-edited, or regulated materialsIRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance and other allowances.
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Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.