Soil Microbiologist for Climate-Smart Nitrogen Research

International Rice Research Institute; Calabarzon; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global medical insurance

Retirement plan

Life and accident insurance

Job summary

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) invites a highly qualified Soil Microbiologist to join the SIRS Department at IRRI Headquarters in Los Baños, Philippines. The role focuses on microbe–soil–climate science to boost nitrogen use efficiency and develop sustainable rice production systems.

You will design and run experiments, apply big data tools, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams worldwide, guiding capacity building and contributing to high-impact publications.

Qualifications

• PhD in soil science, microbiology, or related field.
• At least 2 years postdoctoral experience in soil microbiology or related area.
• Strong publications record in microbiology and soil science.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of microbiome experiments in soil systems.
• Apply big data analytics to soil microbiome dynamics.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary IRRI teams and partners.
• Develop microbial solutions for nitrogen fixation and soil health.
• Mentor staff and students; contribute to training.

Skills

Soil microbiology

Microbial ecology

Nitrogen cycling

Experimental design

Scientific writing

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Laboratory methods

Data-driven research

Education

PhD in related field / soil science

Tools

QIIME2

R

Python

ML/AI tools

Job description

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) invites a highly qualified Soil Microbiologist to join the SIRS Department at IRRI Headquarters in Los Baños, Philippines. The role focuses on microbe–soil–climate science to boost nitrogen use efficiency and develop sustainable rice production systems.

You will design and run experiments, apply big data tools, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams worldwide, guiding capacity building and contributing to high-impact publications.