Research Technician III - Field

Job ID:

HQ01481

Location

Philippines

Closing Date

19-May-2023
About IRRI
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.

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

Under the guidance of Researcher and Senior Associate Scientist, execute basic characterization data collection, counter checking of data collected, accurate panicle sample collection for image scanning, video and photo documentation using digital tools/digital camera for passport identification, quality control of post-harvest seed processing and ensure seeds are labeled accurately and delivered complete to seed processing. Provide timely, consistent and accurate information to direct supervisor to ensure that research objectives and SOPs are followed. Keep all data/photos/videos collected in the designated storage of data management.

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
  • Execute all regular and up to date data collection, encoding/inventory and uploading of files in proper data storage
  • Perform specific procedures related to excellence in data collection and post-harvest processing quality controls ensuring compliance to SOPs
  • Provide timely, consistent and accurate information to direct supervisor to ensure that research objectives and SOPs are followed
  • Support scholars, students, researchers and scientists in field data collection of genebank major nurseries and experiments
  • Contribute in the quality assurance of collection of data using digital tools and post-harvest processing of seeds and yield samples
  • Perform quality controls on the data of seed characterization of cultivated accessions and purity and quality of seed multiplication
  • Prepare materials used in the collection of samples for panicle scanning, post-harvest characterization, grain quality analysis, 100 seed weight and other samples needed in the experiment
  • Support in the verification or authentication of seed, panicle and yield samples
  • Contribute to the data collection, encoding and documentation of characterized cultivated rice
  • Operate equipment, digital tools, gadgets and computer for efficient data collection and storage
Qualifications
  • At least 2 years Bachelor’s degree undergraduate level with at least 3 years of relevant work experience; or
  • High school graduate with at least 5 years of relevant work experience
Skills Required

Mandatory

  • Has basic knowledge of MS Office programs such as Word and Excel or related software
  • Has experience in crop research

Preferred

  • Has knowledge and experience in rice
  • Has experience in extensive data collection on characterization

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.
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