M24235 Assistant Research Associate

CIMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. CIMMYT is a core CGIAR Research Center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

For more information, visit cimmyt.org

CIMMYT is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and service-oriented professional for the position of Assistant Research Associate to work on GRP Unit.

The positions will be based at CIMMYT headquarters in Texcoco, near Mexico City.

Specific duties:

• Manage maize breeding nurseries and pollination crews to produce high-quality seed.
• Participate in the planning of experiments and seed preparation for nurseries and trials.
• Collect high-quality phenotypic data using research plot combines and other electronic devices, and, where applicable, using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
• Assess data quality and factors affecting data quality throughout the growing season; take corrective measures when necessary.
• Operate planting, harvest, spray equipment, and other implements that may be necessary for research and agronomic management operations.
• Carry out essential research equipment maintenance, such as changing belts and troubleshooting electronics, on research equipment, including planters and plot combine harvesters.
• Scout for weeds and insect pests to assist with research plot maintenance; take corrective measures or inform responsible teams or collaborators where appropriate.
• Train temporary workers and team members in research techniques; stay current on new research techniques or processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related scientific field.
• The selected candidate must have 4 to 5 years of experience.
• The selected candidate must have knowledge of agronomy, basic plant physiology, and field plot techniques.
• The selected candidate must have the ability to operate agricultural equipment while observing all safety requirements.
• Basic level in English (English test will be administered; candidate must score a minimum of A1 as per CEFR).

Benefits

CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development. In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law our package of benefits includes year-end bonus (40 days), vacation premium (56%), life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, savings fund, social Mexican benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit).