Background

The International Potato Center (CIP) is a global research-for-development organization with a mandate to increase food security, improve nutrition, and reduce poverty through research and development in potato, sweetpotato, and other root and tuber crops. CIP is a CGIAR research center.

Responsibilities

The Senior Research Associate will be responsible for:

• Leading and conducting research on potato and sweetpotato breeding and agronomy in Malawi.
• Developing and implementing research methodologies and protocols.
• Analyzing research data and disseminating findings through reports, publications, and presentations.
• Collaborating with national agricultural research systems, extension services, and other stakeholders.
• Supervising and mentoring junior researchers and technical staff.
• Contributing to the development of research proposals and securing funding.

Qualifications and Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A PhD in Plant Breeding, Agronomy, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant research experience in crop improvement and agronomy, preferably with potato or sweetpotato.
• Proven experience in research design, data analysis, and scientific writing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working in developing countries is an advantage.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of relevant research experience.

Additional Details

CIP offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The position is based in Malawi.

• Leading and conducting research on potato and sweetpotato breeding and agronomy in Malawi.
• Developing and implementing research methodologies and protocols.
• Analyzing research data and disseminating findings through reports, publications, and presentations.
• Collaborating with national agricultural research systems, extension services, and other stakeholders.
• Supervising and mentoring junior researchers and technical staff.
• Contributing to the development of research proposals and securing funding.

• Proven experience in research design, data analysis, and scientific writing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A PhD in Plant Breeding, Agronomy, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant research experience in crop improvement and agronomy, preferably with potato or sweetpotato.
• Experience working in developing countries is an advantage.