Agronomy & Crop Science Assistant by International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC)

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  • Accra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job DescriptionWe need a scientist with experience in performing in-depth analyses of agronomic data and crop production with extensive experience in statistical methods and scientific writing, and conversant with soil-crop modelling to assist the lead agronomist.Scope of Work
  • Execute the work activities under the supervision of the FERARI Crop-Soil Simulation Modelling and Mapping and FERARI Country Coordinator.
  • Critically review, quality control and analyze field data of agronomic trials
  • Support development of a FERARI database system
  • Analyses fertilizer yield trials using advanced statistical methods and modelling
  • Supervision of Master students in statistics, modelling and scientific writing
  • Draft reports and scientific journal articles
  • Travel in Ghana for field visits, teaching and meetings.
Qualification Required & ExperienceRequirements
  • BSc degree in agricultural or crop sciences
  • 1-3 years of experience in agricultural sciences and practice
  • Experienced in the use of statistical packages
  • Excellent conceptualizing capabilities to utilize theoretical analyses for disentangle practical problems
  • Good communication skills and ability to teach
Location: AccraClosing Date :25 February, 2023HOW TO APPLY

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