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Job Title:Agricultural Research Technician
Job Location:The position is based at ICRISAT, Patancheru, Hyderabad, India
Employer:International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
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Last Date to Apply: :13-November-2016

Project Name:
Innovation Systems for the Drylands

Duration:
The position is for Two year, renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the institute’s continuing need for the position. An attractive compensation is offered for the right candidate.

Job Responsibilities:
Manage, maintain and undertake measurements at different phenotyping platforms from ICRISAT’s on-station experiment (Headquarters, Patancheru)
Conduct agronomic field experiment independently as per the projects requirements
Periodical sampling, processing and analysis of soil and plant material from field experiments
Operation and maintenance of analytical laboratory equipment, data collection, organization and data quality control, basic data analysis skills are advantage

Qualification:
Master degree in Environmental Sciences/Soil Science/Chemistry or possess an equivalent qualification (analytical chemistry skills/large data management skills are advantage)
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Proficiency in Computer skills (MS-Office, Data Management and Processing)
Strong organization skills, punctuality, independence, and proactiveness are essential
Steep learning curve necessary
She/he to be a good team player, comfortable working in multicultural & multidisciplinary team
Driving license is an advantage

How to Apply:
Applicants should apply on or before 13-November-2016, with a letter of motivation, latest Curriculum Vitae, and the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable about your professional qualifications and work experience. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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For More Details Visit:http://www.icrisat.org/careers/

Source:http://www.icrisat.org/