Senior Research Associate - Molecular Breeder (N-25-28)

CGIAR System Organization; Montpellier; Sur place; EUR 51 000 - 77 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading agricultural research organization is seeking a Senior Research Associate - Molecular Breeder to drive molecular techniques for trait selection and enhance potato and sweet potato genetic research. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in lab management, molecular biology technologies, and project oversight. Fluency in Mandarin and advanced English is essential. This role requires commitment to high safety standards and effective team collaboration.

Qualifications

• At least 6-8 years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience in lab, people and project management.
• Specialization in Experimental design and Budget management.
• Knowledge of Gene/QTL discovery and characterization.

Responsabilités

• Guarantee operational results of the experimental station.
• Execute and lead the molecular breeding and genetic research team.
• Design and create genetic tools and experiments.
• Implement risk assessment measures in laboratories.
• Ensure personnel training and compliance with safety regulations.

Connaissances

Knowledge of the latest technologies applicable to molecular biology, genetics and genomics

Fluent in Mandarin

Advanced level in written and spoken English

Analytical thinking

Organized

Good communication

Sense of accountability

Management skills

Formation

MSc in Biology, Microbiology or related Agricultural Sciences

PhD in a relevant field

Description du poste

Overview

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking one Senior Research Associate - Molecular Breeder to provide impact in the discovery and application of molecular techniques that support trait selection and genetic enhancement of potato and sweet potato. Also, to provide leadership within the breeding research team at CIP - China CCCAP.

About the role

This position will be based in Yanqing District of Beijing. It will be under the direct supervision and guidance of the CCCAP Country Liaison Scientist. This position requires the ideal candidate to work in CCCAP 40 hours per week based on the tasks assigned by the research team, performing the tasks described below.

Key responsibilities

• Guarantee the operational results of the experimental station.
• Execute and lead the molecular breeding and genetic research team of Yanqing Research Center.
• Design and create genetic tools and experiments, staying abreast of and applying advances in the field.
• Work closely with other laboratory personnel to enhance molecular techniques applied across all sections of CCCAP’s research agenda.
• Work closely with the Germplasm Distribution Center for analysis of genetic materials held in trust.
• Identify hazards and assess the risks of the laboratories, implementing measures to prevent, mitigate and reduce the risks.
• Keep updated and be responsible for all maintenance issues, calibrations, repairs, and improvements of any material, equipment, space and infrastructure at the laboratories, to ensure equipment works properly at all times.
• Keep updated with all training and certifications required for the optimal management and performance of the laboratories.
• Ensure personnel working in the laboratories have been properly trained and supervised in their regular tasks and duties. Ensure all personnel are regularly updated in everything related to Health and Safety on the job.
• Comply with relevant labor, environmental, industrial (if applicable), and health and safety regulations from local, national and international laws, policies and regulations as well as comply with CIP and CCCAP internal policies and procedures.
• In collaboration with CCCAP’s Yanqing Property Facilities Senior Manager, perform the necessary administrative procedures, according to Chinese and CIP/CCCAP standards, rules and regulations, to ensure the proper functioning of the laboratory facilities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have the following knowledge, experience, skills and personal characteristics:

• MSc in Biology, Microbiology and/or related Agricultural Sciences specialization. PhD also accepted.
• At least 6-8 years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience in lab, people and project management.
• Knowledge of the latest technologies applicable to molecular biology, genetics and genomics.
• Fluent in the official language according to country location (Mandarin).
• Advanced level in written and spoken English.
• Specialization in Experimental design and Budget management.
• Knowledge of Gene/QTL discovery and characterization (forward & reverse genetics) and molecular applications in plant genetic tools, populations and field-based experiments.
• Sense of accountability, management skills.
• Analytical thinking, hard worker, organized, good communication and continuous improvement.