Research Technician (Post Harvest) at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

IITA is an international non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium. Our R4D approach is anchored on the development needs of the tropics. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position of:

Job Title: Research Technician (Post Harvest)

Ref. IITA-HR-NRS2016-008
Location: Ibadan
Recruitment Type: National (2-year renewable contract)

Position/Responsibilities
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:

• Assist in processing and store high quality vitamin A cassava and maize;
• Provide clerical and office support to field staff and HarvestPlus project;
• Develop, test and commercialize new vitamin A cassava products for household and commercial use;
• Provide assistance to the postharvest officer to ensure standardization of products processing and packaging;
• Support the establishment of vitamin A cassava points of sale across Nigeria to increase consumers access;
• Support training of caterers and investors on processing and value addition;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Qualification, Experience and Skills
Qualification & Experience

• OND in Food Science and Technology or related field with minimum of 2 years’ experience in a related field.

Skills and competences:

• Be able to follow instruction and work independently where necessary.
• Possess good organizational skill and demonstrate ability to work under pressure.
• Be available to work outside office hours and for extended hours when necessary.

Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

Application Closing Date
23rd February, 2016.

Method of Application
Interested applicants should forward their applications with detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format. The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include either the Head of applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior officer at work and evidence of current remuneration package.

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