CIMMYT Research Scientist

il y a 4 jours


Montpellier, Occitanie, France CIMMYT Temps plein

CIMMYT is a pioneering, non-profit organization dedicated to addressing the complexities of the future through innovative, science-based solutions. Its mission is to enhance the productivity, inclusivity, and resilience of agrifood systems worldwide, while staying within planetary boundaries.


We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our crop improvement team in Senegal. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our research initiatives, collaborating with international partners, and contributing to the development of cutting-edge solutions for dryland crops.


The key responsibilities of this position include:



  • Data collection, organization, and analysis to support breeding research activities
  • Management of phenotyping experiments, including land preparation, planting, and agronomic practices
  • Supervision of casual labor, ensuring timely attendance, safety, and hygiene standards
  • Office and maintenance of assets, including inventory management and laboratory upkeep
  • Other responsibilities, such as assisting partners, developing process flows, and managing seed shipments

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Plant Pathology/Crop Protection and a minimum of five years of experience in biotic phenotyping activities. Strong communication and analytical skills, as well as proficiency in Windows-based software, are also essential.


The selected candidate will be expected to demonstrate problem-solving and decision-making skills, client orientation, negotiation, conflict resolution, communication, and teamwork competencies.


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