International Potato Center (CIP)

Molecular Breeding Scientist (TYSP)

International Potato Center (CIP)  •  Beijing, CN (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description


Purpose of the Position

The Molecular Breeding Scientist will contribute to the development and application of advanced molecular breeding and genetic transformation approaches for vegetatively propagated crops, particularly potato and sweetpotato.

The position will support research aimed at developing efficient and reliable genetic transformation systems and generating foreign-DNA-free gene-edited materials, while contributing to scientific projects, publications, postgraduate student supervision and research management.


Requirements


  • Scientific publications: Demonstrated record of publishing SCI-indexed papers in relevant scientific fields.

  • International experience: Nationality from a Belt and Road Initiative co-building country or other developing country.

  • Relevant professional experience: Work experience in the above-mentioned countries and engagement in scientific research or science and technology activities.

  • Academic qualification: PhD degree or more than five years of relevant scientific research experience.

  • Research capability: Demonstrated high scientific research level and/or strong research potential.

  • Age and health: Below 45 years of age at the application date and in good health.

  • Language: Good English or excellent Chinese communication skills.

  • Availability: Able to work full-time in China.

  • Compliance: Willing and able to comply with applicable Chinese laws, regulations and relevant institutional rules.

  • Technical expertise: Demonstrated experience in foreign-DNA-free gene editing and/or development of foreign-DNA-free genetic materials.
International Potato Center (CIP)

About International Potato Center (CIP)

The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato and Andean roots and tubers.

It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.

CIP is a CGIAR research center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future. CGIAR science is dedicated to transforming food, land and water systems in a climate crisis. Its research is carried out by 13 CGIAR Centers/Alliances in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations and the private sector. www.cgiar.org

Industry
Biotech & Life Sciences
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Lima, PE
Year Founded
1971
Website
cipotato.org
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