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N-24-43 Senior Research Associate, Genotyping Specialist

Lima

  • Organization: CIP - International Potato Center
  • Location: Lima
  • Grade: Mid level - Mid level
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Administrative support
    • Scientist and Researcher
  • Closing Date: 2024-09-17

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dedicated and motivated Genotyping Specialist to enhance our global potato and sweetpotato breeding programs in our Breeding Team.

 

About the role: The selected candidate will have a crucial role in centralizing genotyping activities and improving the effectiveness of our breeding work. S/he will ensure CIP breeding teams and partners follow standardized potato and sweetpotato sampling and sample management workflows, and manage the genotypic data processing, following a OneCGIAR mandate and aligning with the CIP2030 strategy. The ideal candidate will therefore coordinate genotyping activities, ensure routine data analysis and management, and support molecular-assisted breeding efforts, driving our mission to deliver innovative, science- based solutions for sustainable, nutritious food systems and climate resilience.

 

Key responsibilities:

·       Coordinate genotyping activities for potato and sweetpotato across centers.
 ·       Manage sampling workflow and sample submission across breeding pipelines.
 ·       Analysis and manage genotypic data for potato and sweetpotato breeding pipelines.
 ·       Collaborate with CIP partners in genotyping activities.
 ·       Contribute to prebreeding allele discovery and molecular marker development.
 ·       Communicate research findings in global events and contribution to scientific peer-reviewed publications.
 ·       Mobilization of research resources.
 ·       Training local teams and partners on genotyping processes.
 ·       Supervise staff and train students.
 ·       Comply with applicable health and safety CIP policies and procedures.

Requirements

What are we looking for?

·       MSc or PhD in genetics, biology, or equivalent.
 ·       Relevant experience in similar functions related to this position.
 ·       Experience in processing genotypic data and performing linkage and association mapping and GS.
 ·       Proficiency in R, Python, rtools, GitHub.
 ·       First-authored at least one peer-reviewed scientific publication.
 ·       Proficiency as a communicator with solid team player attributes, critical mind and accountability.
 ·       Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

What are we offering?

·       Work in an equal and diverse workplace.

 

How to apply?

Visit the following link: https://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ and submit your cover letter and a full C.V. in English including your references, screening will start July 8th and will continue until position is filled. All applications will be acknowledged; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

This position WILL NOT have contact with children or vulnerable adults

Learn more about CIP in the web site at https://www.cipotato.org/

CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to apply.
We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.