ICRISAT Archives

ICRISAT Recruitment of Special Project Scientist – Crop Modeling – 2015

July 5, 2015 Recruitments

ICRISAT seeks applications for the position of a Special Project Scientist with specialization in Crop Modeling for the CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS) in the New Delhi office of the International Water Management Institute at NASC Complex, Pusa Campus. Only Indian citizens are encouraged to apply.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organization that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa with a wide array of partners throughout the world. Covering 6.5 million square kilometers of land in 55 countries, the semi-arid tropics (SAT) are home to over 2 billion people, with 650 million of these being the poorest of the poor. ICRISAT and its partners help empower those living in the semi-arid tropics, especially smallholder farmers, to overcome poverty, hunger, malnutrition and a degraded environment through more efficient and profitable agriculture. ICRISAT is headquartered in Patancheru near Hyderabad, India, with two regional hubs and five country offices in sub-Saharan Africa. ICRISAT, established in 1972, is a member of the CGIAR Consortium. For more details, see www.icrisat.org.

About IWMI: International Water Management Institute (IWMI), is a nonprofit scientific research organization, one of the 15 International Institutes under the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), with its global headquarters in Colombo, Sri Lanka. IWMI is engaged in various aspects of water and land management.

You will:

develop spatial databases for parameterizing, and validating crop simulation models over South Asia;
perform multivariate sensitivity analysis;
identify climate risk management strategies for major crops in South Asia;
assist in the analysis of results, and in the organizing and synthesizing of journal articles, other scientific manuscripts and presentations for disseminating research results; and
carry out other duties as may be assigned by the Regional Program Leader, CCAFS – South Asia

You will possess:

minimum M.Sc/M.Tech, preferably Ph.D. or equivalent in Agricultural Sciences or related disciplines;
desired experience in the application of crop growth simulation models or hydrological or biological models;
Good knowledge of soil-water and plant process used in crop simulation models.

The Reward: The position is initially for 1 year and can be renewed based on the performance of the candidate and funding availability. The position holder will report to the Regional Program Leader, CCAFS – South Asia, and be based at IWMI’s New Delhi office. . An attractive all inclusive consolidated remuneration will be paid in Indian Rupees with appropriate medical and accidental insurance coverage.

How to Apply: Applicants should apply on or before 15 July 2015, with a letter of motivation, latest Curriculum Vitae, and names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable of the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please CLICK HERE to submit your application.

For more details, visit the ICRISAT site at: http://www.icrisat.org/careers/Special-Project-Scientist%E2%80%93Crop-Modeling.htm

One comment ICRISAT, Scientists

ICRISAT Recruitment of GIS Assistant – 2015

May 30, 2015 Recruitments

ICRISAT seeks applications from Indian nationals for the post of GIS Assistant to be based at Patancheru, Telangana, India. This is a nationally recruited position.

ICRISAT is a non-profit, apolitical, international organization for science-based agricultural development. Established in 1972, it is an Alliance of centers of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), and supported by more than 48 governments, foundations, and development banks. To reduce poverty, enhance crop productivity and food security and to protect the environment, ICRISAT research focuses on farming systems and crop improvement, management and utilization of sorghum, pearl millet, pigeonpea, chickpea, and groundnut in the semi-arid tropics.

Responsibilities:

Digitization of Revenue maps, toposheets and etc
Data entry of statistics from books
Support to large format printing Collect data from partners
Assist the RS specialist in tasks related to interpretation of the imagery
Support to web designing and automated algorithms

Competencies:

Experience working in a Remote sensing lab or similar environment
Experience in programming is highly desirable
Some experience in Semi Arid Tropics (SAT) related research desirable
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Good knowledge of ERDAS or ENVI, ArcGIS, Auto CAD and MS Excel. Some knowledge of R.

Requirements:
Master’s / Bachelor’s degree in Remote Sensing, GIS or related fields

General:
The position is for one year, renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the Institute’s continuing need for the position.

Last date to submit application: 7 June 2015

Apply online at: http://www.icrisat.org/careers/GIS.htm

ICRISAT Recruitment Notification For Senior Administrative Officer

December 17, 2011 Recruitments

The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is headquartered in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India, with two regional hubs and four country offices in sub-Saharan Africa.

ICRISAT seeks applications from Indian nationals for the post of Senior Administrative Officer to be based at Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh, India. This is a nationally recruited position.

Responsibilities:

Efficiently manage the office and provide administrative and secretarial support;
Coordination and organization of internal and external meetings (visitors, programs etc) and take follow-up actions;
Prepare background notes for Director General’s meetings;
Make travel arrangements and prepare travel expense reports for the Director General;
Handle correspondence for the Director General;
Inter-departmental liaison

Competencies:

Proficiency in managing office related activities (Level 3);
Liaison with programs & coordinating abilities (Level 3);
Proficiency in English communication skills (both written and spoken) (Level 3);
Proficiency in Computer skills (Ms- Office, data analysis) (Level 2);
Should be a good team player and adaptable to working in multicultural team (Level 2).

Requirements:

Post-graduation (preferably MBA) with 5-8 years of experience in administration and proficiency in office management;
Good interpersonal and communication skills with pleasing personality;
Highly proficient in MS-Office suite, with special reference to Powerpoint and Excel;
Ability to deal tactfully under pressure situations, deliver under tight schedules, and maintain high degree of confidentiality;
Knowledge of steno- typing and multi-language competency will be an added advantage.

General:
The position is for three years, renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the Institute’s continuing need for the position. An attractive compensation is offered for the right candidate.

How to Apply: The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees and date of availability. Please send applications stating the job title clearly on the application/envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, or by E-mail to icrisat.nrsjobs@cgiar.org, latest by 31 January 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

for more details click here