International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre (CIMMYT Int.)

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Summary

Vacancy: 5
Location: Bandarban, Barishal …
Experience: At least 4 years
Published: 7 Aug 2024

Requirements

Education

Master’s degree in soil science, agronomy, systems analysis in agriculture, or another related field.

Experience

At least 4 years

Additional Requirements

Soil science with clear agricultural knowledge will be an additional advantage.
Experience with soil management (acidity and salinity) skills.
Strong grasp of environmental systems, particularly in fertilizer management, nitrogen fertilizer utilization, and greenhouse gas emissions, and their interplay within agricultural contexts.
At least 4 years of professional work experience in research and research for development projects.
Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within soil management and rice-based production systems including working with large spatial datasets.
Experience with GIS and remote sensing techniques provides an additional advantage.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Demonstrated ability to write, publish, and disseminate technical reports, success stories, and promotional materials.
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional, and multi-cultural environment.
Complexity of thinking needed: Work is complex and technical in scope.
Understand the linkages with other disciplines. Create multi-disciplinary projects and initiatives.
Ability to identify and finalize solutions to field problems (soil, water management, farm machinery, nutrient management, food transport, and processing).
Skilled in standard software, able to handle advanced tasks. Also, familiarity with R or similar software for data analysis would be beneficial.
Willing to work in the field and able to travel using a motorbike or official vehicle when necessary.
The selected candidate should exhibit the following competencies: Critical thinking, Creative thinking, Communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities & Context

CIMMYT is a cutting edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries.

For more information, visit cimmyt.org.

CIMMYT is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and service-oriented professional for the position of Assistant Research Associate, Soil at the field level to be a part of CSISA-MEA team.

The country of post is Bangladesh, we are seeking 5 candidates for the following locations: Bandarban, Barishal, Jashore, Khulna, Sylhet.

On-site Sustainable Agrifood Systems (SAS)Full time-B24192-B24196

Jashore, Khulna Division, Bangladesh

Bandarban, Chittagong Division, Bangladesh

Sylhet, Sylhet Division, Bangladesh

Barishal, Barisal Division, Bangladesh

Khulna, Khulna Division, Bangladesh

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Compensation & Other Benefits

The position is for Bangladesh Nationals for an initial fixed-term contract of 1-year with 3 months probationary period, which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds.
CIMMYT will provide a nationally competitive salary and benefits that include comprehensive health and life insurance, paid vacation, contributions to a retirement plan, and a range of other benefits as required by Bangladesh law.

Employment Status

Contractual

Job Location

Bandarban, Barishal, Jashore, Khulna, Sylhet

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