Specific duties
The successful candidate is expected to:
Contribute to scaling of beneficial insects for pest management, biodiversity conservation, pollination, and improved yields of key food security crops.
Contribute to BRAINS project management and linkage with partners (Universities, national research organizations), policymakers, and development partners.
Design and implement training programs for local stakeholders to enhance their understanding of climate resilience and sustainable agricultural practices in the context of the BRAINS project.
Spearheaded data collection and analysis from different studies and published research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
Disseminate research findings through field days, workshops, and conferences.
Conduct novel cutting-edge scientific research to develop, adapt, and optimize insect symbiosis for integrated pest, vector, and disease management.
Develop a tractable symbiont-based system for bioprospecting for one health.
Supervise research assistants, technicians, field assistants, interns, and mentor MSc and PhD students.
Participate in resource mobilization through research grants.
Requirements/qualifications
PhD in Entomology, Agriculture, or related discipline from a reputable University with postgraduate experience in integrated pest management and insect symbiosis.
Experience in microbiology, molecular biology, and biotechnology.
At least 3 publications on integrated pest management or related areas in peer-reviewed journals.
Ability to mobilize resources for effective research.
Ability to create and foster an innovative work environment including team building to deliver on project goals.
High degree of organization, adaptability, and prioritization.
Fluency in English
Willingness to engage in fieldwork in the project-implementing countries.
Apply via :
recruit.icipe.org