Molecular Biologist

The International Potato Center (CIP) seeks to recruit two (2) dynamic Molecular Biologist consultants for the West Bengal Project: ‘Developing local Seed Potato Production System in West Bengal’

The Position: The selected candidates will be based at Kolkata (1) and Mohit Nagar (1), West Bengal. He/she will supervise operations in the locations and consultants and will report to the Principal Scientist.

Consultancy Fee: INR 40,000 -45,000 per month depending on experience and expertise

Key Responsibilities

·       Diagnostics of potato seed and soil borne diseases such as (scab, wart, PCN, Ralstonia and viruses) using ELISA, PCR, LAMP assay, microscopy and morphological diagnostic methods.

·       Develop and implement plant diagnostic or prevention programs and plans, conduct, analyze,

interpret and trouble shoot diagnostic results.

·       Provide information on integrated approaches to monitoring, managing and controlling root and

tuber crops pests/disease.

·       Prepare inventory list and list reagents for procurement.

·       Provide advice and recommendations on all safety aspects for transport, handling, storage, usage

·       and disposal of pesticides/fungicides/nematicides

Why should you consider this opportunity?

·       CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.

·       CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.

·       CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

Requirements

Selection Criteria

• MSc in Plant Pathology (PhD preferred but not required).
  
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in working in molecular laboratory.
  
• Proven experience in project coordination and stakeholder engagement.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teams.
  
• Willingness to travel and work in rural, resource-limited areas.
  

Benefits

What are we offering?

·       Excellent working environment.

·       Compensation package commensurate with experience. 

·       Two (5) months fixed term contract, consultant based in Kolkata will start from March 15^th, 2025, whereas the position based in Mohitnagar will start from August 1^st, 2025.

·       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 with at least three (3) professional references. Screening of applications will begin shortly after the last day of application (3 weeks from start of application). All applications will be acknowledged; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

This position will have contact with children or vulnerable adults.

Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org.

CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.