Field Assistant at the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi

Posted on Thu 11th Apr, 2019 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi (FUAM) - The Molecular Biology Laboratory of the Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi (FUAM) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the vacant position below:

Job Title: Field Assistant

Location:
Makurdi, Benue

Position Responsibilities

Field Assistant will contribute to the field activities of the project titled "Genetic Improvement of cowpea for Striga/Alectra resistance using molecular tools in Nigeria under direct supervision of the Project Leader. He/she will:
  • Contribute to deployment of cowpea genetic improvement.
  • Coordinate all field activities.
Educational Qualifications
  • The candidate should have a WASC.
Core Competencies:
  • Have valid drivers license
  • Field crop establishment and data collection.
Additional Information
  • The job position is for a period of two years renewable subject to availability of funds.
Application Closing Date
25th April, 2019.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Applications which must include the following below:
  • A Covering Letter which should address how the candidates background/experience relates to the position applied for;
  • Curriculum vitae,
  • Names and Addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicants current or previous organization or applicants direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work).
All applications should be addressed and sent to:
The Registrar,
Federal University of Agriculture,
P.M.B. 2373, Makurdi,
Benue State,
Nigeria.