Job Summary
The agronomist will develop and lead an applied research and extension program on innovative crop and natural resources management strategies for adopting halophytic crops for food, feed and biofuel production in salt-affected arid environments across MENA, Sub-Sahara Africa (SSA), and Central Asia, and other relevant regions. The role will drive novel applications of reject brine and brackish water through integrated approaches involving suitable halophytic crops with economic importance. The scientist will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including breeders, seed specialists, soil and water management experts, social scientists and others working on integrated solutions for halophytic crop-based cropping systems. He/she will develop principles and decision tools for knowledge dissemination to researchers and professional extension staff.
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
PhD in agronomy, crop Science or related field from a recognized University
Minimum 5 years’ post-PhD experience specializing in halophytic cropping system and salinity management
Proven track records of scientific publications in high-impact, refereed journals
Demonstrated ability to lead the research with minimal supervision
Fluent in written and spoken English with excellent communication and presentation skills
Team player with extensive experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team
International work experience
Desirable:
Working knowledge of statistics and database management
Working knowledge of aquaculture
Additional language skills, Arabic is desirable
Supervisory experience
Please attach an updated cover letter and C.V. combined in one PDF file along with two names as references in the below link :-
Halophyte Agronomist | International Center for Biosaline Agriculture
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