N-24-43 senior research associate, genotyping specialist

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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:

·       Coordinate genotyping activities for potato and sweetpotato across centers.
·       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?

·       MSc or PhD in genetics, biology, or equivalent.
·       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?

·       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.



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