IITA Recruits Research Technicians (Pathology) (2 positions)

IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R40) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricuftural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa, We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to alleviate hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa,

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the position of:

Position: Research Technicians (Pathology) (2 positions)
Duration: 18-months renewable contract
Location: Ibadan

Duties
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
Conduct laboratory, screen house and field experiments and sampling with guidance from the Supervisor;
Carry out microbiology work involving sample preparation, organism isolations, isolate storage, media preparation;
Ensure proper sampling labelling, organisation of work areas;
Keep proper records and ensure proper data entry into field and laboratory books
Maintain sterile work environment in preparaon for and during laboratory work;
Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.


Qualification and Experience
ND in Science Laboratory Technology plus at least three (3) years post-qualification working experience in a research institution.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word Packages will be an added advantage.
The ideal candidate must be able to work independently;
Be a good team player and be able to follow instructions;
Possess good organizational and communication skills:
Be able to work under pressure, and willing to work outside work hours where necessary.


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

Application Closing Date
17th October, 2012

Method of Application
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work. Evidence of current remuneration package and photocopies of credentials, to IlTA website: This job vacancy can also be found on our website: http://www.iita.org/careers

Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.