International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics has announced the ICRISAT Project Scientists Recruitment 2020 notification. Notification is out for Project Scientists in Quantitative Genetics. This position is required to establish a genomic selection pipeline for estimating genomic-estimated breeding values. Eligible candidates can apply online from 24/04/2020 to 15/05/2020. Candidates can view the post details, vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection process, applying method, fees structure, syllabus, pattern and important dates in the below content.
Name of the Post: Project Scientists – Quantitative Genetics
Post Date: 24/04/2020
No of Vacancies: Not Mentioned
Place: Telangana
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Important Dates for ICRISAT Project Scientists Recruitment:
| Start Date of Online Application | 24/04/2020 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 15/05/2020 |
Vacancy Details of ICRISAT Project Scientists Recruitment:
| S.No. | Name of the Post | No. of Posts |
| 1 | Project Scientists – Quantitative Genetics | Not Mentioned |
Job profile:
- Mine large genotypic and phenotypic datasets, cleaning of the datasets and apply biometric approaches to study genotype by environment interactions
- Establish genomic selection models for the targeted traits and validate the models on the obtained progenies for predicting the individual performances
- Study trait-environment relationships and genotype-by-environment interactions for multiple traits and evaluate expected genetic gain for alternative breeding strategies enabled by genomic selection.
- Actively participate in the strategic planning and research meeting of Rice Breeding Planform and Rice Breeding SA Cluster
- Coordinate closely with the IRRI HQ team (RB Platform), ICRISAT team, ISARC team, project partners, other NAREs collaborators
- Engage with ISARC to help build capacity in modernizing breeding programs and for the effective transfer of knowledge, technology, and strategy.
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates should be completed Ph.D. in quantities genetics / statistics with 1-2 years of post-PhD experience in the genomic selection/quantitative genetics
- High-quality publication record as evidenced by research papers in refereed journals in the area of GS / modelling
- Extensive experience in quantitative genetics
- Aptitude to work collegially and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural environments.
Selection Process:
The selection will be based on the Interview.
Application Fee:
There is no application fee.
How to Apply for ICRISAT Project Scientists Recruitment:
- Candidates should apply through online
- Online Application available on the official ICRISAT website: www.icrisat.org
- Online registration starts from 24/04/2020 to 15/05/2020
- Candidates should have a valid email-id and mobile number.
- Candidates fill the online form with all the relevant correct details.
- After submitting the Online Recruitment Application, the candidates are required to take a print out of the finally submitted Online Recruitment Application.
Important Links for ICRISAT Project Scientists Recruitment:
| To Apply Online | Click here |
| For Official Website | Click here |
| For Official Notification | Click here |
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