drought tolerant-hybrid maize varieties. This Project is funded through African Agricultural Technology Foundation by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Howard Buffet Foundation. Feed the Future initiative of USAID is also supporting NARO to improve food security, health and nutrition.
NARO is seeking for dynamic scientists and technicians to implement project activities under the cereals program at the National Crops Resources Research Institute as follows
ENTOMOLOGIST (1 Position) USAID-Feed the Future
Task and Responsibilities:
• Design entomology trials and collect, analyse and on-farm research trial data
• Develop and implement farmer participatory research methodologies
• In collaboration with breeders, develop maize inbred lines, hybrids, and open-pollinated varieties resistant to stem borers and post harvest pests (maize weevil and larger grain borer)
• Develop appropriate crop pest management technologies that are gender responsive
• Technically backstop breeders in insect resistant research
• Offer training to farmers, extension personnel, and other interested parties
• Developing grant proposals to secure funding for conducting specific research programs in line with the institute’s strategic management plan
Required Skills/Experiences:
• PhD in entomology or associated disciplines.
• Applied knowledge of experimental design, management of field trials, and field breeding operations.
• Experience in insect rearing and use in screening for resistance in lab and field- based crop research. Excellent computer skills and experience with SAS, GENSTAT or other statistical software.
How to apply:
Application procedure: Interested persons with the above requirements should submit hand-written applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving day-time telephone numbers and names and addresses of 3 (three) referees as well as copies of professional certificates and transcripts to the undersigned not later than 5.00 pm on Monday, 12th March 2012.
The Director National Crops Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI) P.O. Box 7084, KAMPALA N.B The advert could also be viewed at NARO website www.naro.go.ug. Or www.nacrri.go.ug. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.