Research Associate, Agronomist

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a research associate in Agronomy to assist the Project Manager in the implementation of the potato project: "Better Seed Production Of Potato through Apical Rooted Cutting (ARC) Technology” in Agartala, Tripura.

**About the role**:
The Research Associate will work with the project team and other partners on the implementation of project activities in the field, collection of research data, publication of research findings, and that those findings are translated into a form that will enable practitioners to take new methods and tools to scale. In addition, the scientist will also help with capacity strengthening efforts linked to building a community of practice knowledgeable in potato seed systems, crop management and post-harvest management. The position requires an experienced potato person with good quantitative and writing skills combined with an ability to teach complex topics to researchers at different levels of expertise and as well it will be an opportunity to develop publications. The position will be based in Agartala, Tripura and report directly to the Project Manager.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Conduct demonstrations on improved production practices related to potato seed production, plant or soil nutrition, pest and disease management, mechanization, and water management.
- Conduct field visits to monitor and collect seed, plant, and soil samples and testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
- Work closely with the project team in developing production practices by integrating varieties with improved production practices to improve farmers’ income.
- Provide trainings to farmers, project partners and extension agents on improved production practices.
- Contribute to writing training materials, technical progress reports and annual reviews and workplans as directed by the project manager.
- Assist the project manager in administrative tasks and activities related to knowledge management and generating communication outputs for users of technologies.

**Requirements**:
**What are we looking for?**
- Masters or higher degree in breeding, seed system, agronomy, social sciences or another relevant field with strong field experience.
- At least 6 years of professional experience in similar positions.
- Expertise in experimental design related to field agronomy, data collection, analysis, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks to meet deadlines.
- Experience of technical reporting with advance level knowledge of MS office
- Good record of scientific and technical publications with advance level knowledge of database work
- Good interpersonal skills: ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
- Strong understanding of integrating gender and other social equity considerations into project design and delivery.
- Ability to organize work and write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.
- Willing to travel extensively in the region/state.
- Advanced written and oral communication skills in English and fluent in Hindi. Knowledge of Bengali language will be given preference.

**Benefits**:
**What are we offering?**
- Great career opportunity in an international organization.
- Generous compensation package commensurate with experience.
- One-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.
- Work in an equal and diverse workplace.
- Masters or higher degree in breeding, seed system, agronomy, social sciences or another relevant field with strong field experience. - Expertise in experimental design related to field agronomy, data collection, analysis, etc. - Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks to meet deadlines. - Experience of technical reporting with advance level knowledge of MS office - Good record of scientific and technical publications with advance level knowledge of database work