Vacancy for Research Supervisor at The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

 Employment Nigeria 23-Sep-2017 IBADAN , Agriculture   Research and Analysis  


The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) a leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. IITA is a non-profit organization founded in 1967 in Nigeria and governed by a Board of Trustees. IITA is recruiting for : 

POSITION : Research Supervisor

Responsibilities

  • Carry out plant DNA/RNA isolation, DNA/RNA quality and quantity analysis and standard PCR amplification designed for genomic studies;
  • Carry out gel electrophoresis and other cognate molecular techniques;
  • Carry out basic informatics analysis and use of web-based biological tools;
  • Supervise and train laboratory personnel and carryout general administration/maintenance of the laboratory;
  • Carry out maintenance of accurate data record in database and laboratory notebooks;
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations of the biotechnology laboratory;
  • Carryout genotyping using different marker systems including SSRs, SNPs, and others for planting material designed for various genetic analysis including linkage mapping, QTL analysis;
  • Carry out collection of leaf tissue from the field and screenhouse, prepare DNA and RNA for next-generation sequencing (GBS,DArT, whole genome sequencing and re-sequencing, RNAseq etc);
  • Perform any other duties as properly assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

  • B.Sc/HND in Biochemistry, Microbiology or related field
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in molecular biology including DNA/RNA isolation using different marker system such as SSRs, SNPs, data analysis using different statistical packages.

The ideal candidate must:

  • Good communication skill.
  • Experience in computer packages such as Microsoft Office and statistical packages such as DARWIN, POWERMAKER, knowledge of R would be an advantage.

Remuneration

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


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