N-24-43 Senior Research Associate, Genotyping Specialist
JOB DETAIL
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:
· 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?
· 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?
- Great career opportunity in an international organization.
- Generous compensation package commensurate with experience.
- Fixed-term employee contract for 12 months with the possibility of renewal.
· 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.
