Research Coordinator I – Multifunctional Landscape
Palmira, Colombia
JOB DETAIL
About the position
The Research Coordinator I, will be responsible for the technical validation of bio-based fertilizers through pot and field experiments. The primary objective is to design, implement, and monitor field experiments to assess the effectiveness and suitability of bio-based fertilizers in the RUSTICA project.
The position will be based in the operations center of the Americas, located in the Campus of Palmira, Colombia.
Key Responsibilities
- Co-develop with the supervision of the line manager, experimental protocols and methodologies for pot and field experiments in collaboration with project partners. Determine appropriate variables and measurements for assessing fertilizer performance.
- Assure quality developed protocols and methodologies with the support of the manager.
- Prepare and organize materials, equipment, and resources required for experiments
- Oversee the planting, maintenance, and care of experimental crops in both pot and field settings.
- Regularly monitor the growth, health, and development of crops in experimental plots.
- Collect and record data related to crop performance, fertilizer application, and environmental conditions.
- Analyze collected data to evaluate the impact and effectiveness of bio-based fertilizers.
- Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing the findings and implications of the experiments.
- Handling and application of agrochemicals.
Requirements
Qualifications and requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomic Engineering, Agricultural Science, or professional careers in related fields.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in agronomy and agricultural production.
- Experience in conducting pot and field experiments in agricultural settings.
- Experience as an agricultural extensionist, working directly with farmers to provide guidance and support, is a strong asset.
- Knowledge in agricultural waste valorization, optimized fertilizer use, and GHG emissions from agriculture are assets.
Competences
- Teamwork
- Planning and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team with people in a multi-cultural and multidisciplinary environment.
Benefits
Terms of employment
This is a national recruited position placed at a BG06, on a scale of 14 levels, with level 14 being the highest.
This is a Colombian national search and will be managed through a fixed term contract of a one (1) year period, subject to a probation period according to the local legislation and is renewable depending on performance and availability of resources. The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salaries and excellent benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer, and strive for gender, diversity, and inclusion in our staff, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic.
Applications
Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the qualifications, competencies, and skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Office, at ([email protected] ) and should clearly indicate
“Application: Research Coordinator I – Multifunctional Landscape–“.
Closing date for applications: October 17th, 2023
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