International Potato Center (CIP)

Nutritional Quality Scientist (TYSP)

International Potato Center (CIP)  •  Beijing, CN (Onsite)  •  24 hours ago
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Job Description


The Nutritional Quality Scientist will conduct research on the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying important nutritional quality traits in potato and other crops, using genetics and multi-omics approaches. The position will focus on identifying key regulatory genes, understanding their inheritance and biological mechanisms, constructing molecular regulatory networks, and developing molecular markers.


Requirements


  • Research background in plant nutrition and related majors, with a deep understanding of the molecular regulation mechanisms of starch or trace elements in potatoes and other crops, experimental experience in relevant phenotypic investigations, and relevant research experience.

  • Published SCI papers in relevant fields.

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

  • Work experience in the above-mentioned countries and engagement in scientific research work.

  • Doctoral degree or more than five years of scientific research work experience.

  • Relatively high scientific research level or potential.

  • Under 45 years of age, calculated as of the date of applying for the job position, and in good health.

  • Good English or excellent Chinese language communication skills.

  • Able to work full-time in China.

  • Able to comply with Chinese laws, regulations and other relevant rules.
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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