Researcher – Gas Chromatography Gas Samples, GHG Emissions, Data Management
JOB DETAIL
About IRRI
Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change.
Job Purpose
The MAFF Japan-IRRI Project on Accelerating development and scaling of agricultural innovations for reducing GHG emissions in ASEAN countries (AGRI Project) aims to accelerate the development and scaling of agricultural innovations for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in ASEAN countries, with a focus on rice production systems. Rice cultivation is a significant contributor to global GHG emissions, particularly methane. This project seeks to address this challenge by building capacity for GHG emission measurement, data analytics, and providing measurement services to IRRI researchers and partners who are developing and delivering GHG-reducing innovations to farmers.
A key component of the project is the installation of new gas chromatography (GC) units in the Soil Laboratory at IRRI Headquarters. These GCs will be used for training programs and for providing GHG measurement services to support research and scaling efforts. The project will also deliver training on data analytics to enhance the capacity of IRRI staff and partners in analyzing GHG emission data and optimizing rice-based farming systems.
The Researcher position is crucial to the successful implementation of the AGRI project. The incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of the GC units, analysis of samples, data management, and supporting capacity-building activities related to GHG measurement. This position contributes directly to the project’s
goal of accelerating the development and scaling of GHG-reducing innovations in rice production.
This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and may only be filled by permanent citizens of the Philippines.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot GC units to ensure optimal performance and data quality
- Analyze gas samples collected from rice fields and related agricultural systems to quantify GHG emissions
- Encode and manage auxiliary data related to GC analysis
- Support capacity-building activities by assisting in the development and delivery of training programs on GHG measurement
- Assist stakeholders in sample collection to ensure compliance to standards.
- Generate accurate and timely reports of GC analysis results for IRRI projects and external partners
- Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for GC operation and maintenance.
- Contribute to the development and update of training materials
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Agricultural Science, or a related field is required with minimum of 2 years experience in operating and maintaining GC equipment and analyzing GHG samples (desirable)
Skills Required
Mandatory
- Knowledge on GC principles, operation, and maintenance
- Experience in sample preparation, data analysis, and quality control procedures
- Proficiency in using GC software and data management systems
- Good understanding of GHG emission measurement techniques
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred
- Experience in training others on GC operation and data analysis
- Knowledge of statistical analysis methods relevant to GHG emission data
- Experience working in an agricultural research environment
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance and other allowances.
Join our team and be part of our story!
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.
