Job Overview
The International Center for Biosaline Agriculture(ICBA) is an international, non-profit agricultural research center established in 1999 through the visionary leadership of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Fund, the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD), and the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). ICBA is a unique applied agricultural research center in the world that is focused on marginal areas where an estimated 1.7 billion people live. It identifies, tests and introduces resource-efficient, climate-smart crops and technologies that are best suited to different regions affected by salinity, water scarcity and drought. Through its work, ICBA helps to improve food security and livelihoods for some of the poorest rural communities around the world. ICBA is an equal opportunity employer and appoints qualified staff regardless of race, creed, color, age, gender, religion or national origin. We demonstrate our commitment to each member of our team through a competitive benefits package designed to assist our employees to cover their needs and the needs of their immediate family members.
Job Summary
ICBA, together with WFP and partner Ministries in Iraq, is implementing a project entitled “Fostering Resilience in Iraq Through Sustainable Water Management and Climate-Smart Agriculture”, funded by Global Affairs Canada. The project aims to strengthen water and food security at the national level, drive economic growth, and reduce poverty, social disparities, and gender inequalities. The project requires the services of a qualified researcher to spearhead the implementation of the climate-smart agriculture component. The ideal candidate is a native of Iraq who is familiar with the field sites in Iraq. Women candidates are encouraged to apply.
The Postdoc will work for the Fostering Resilience in Iraq Through Sustainable Water Management and Climate-Smart Agriculture project focusing on three aspects, i.e., sustainable increase in production, enhancing resilience, and reduction/removal of greenhouse gases. The scope of the work will also cover scaling technologies through the farmer field school approach, setting up demonstration plots, and establishing seed production units. The candidate will be involved in data collection, analysis, keeping, and report writing. He/she will work with other ICBA-GAC team members to evaluate innovative climate strategies that will lead to the development of scientific publications
Job Responsibilities
• Spearheaded the evaluation of climate-smart production systems in selected Iraq governorates.
• Demonstrate crops and cropping systems suitable for the three study sites in Iraq.
• Evaluate improved crop genotypes, soil fertility amendments, and water management practices.
• Set up seed production units of identified crops.
• Assist in planning, developing, and implementing projects related to activities on climate-smart agriculture.
• Lead data collection efforts at the three project sites in Iraq.
• Compile data and records for synthesis and development of project outputs.
• Prepare scientific reports and publications on climate-smart agriculture.
• Assist in the preparation of ICBA publications, including annual reports.
• Supervise field assistants, student interns, and casual laborers on the project sites.
• Arrange meetings for stakeholders (farmers, researchers, extension officers, and associated entrepreneurs) consultations and feedback during the project life.
• Attend to any other duties the supervisor allocated to him/her.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
• PhD in agronomy, crop science, climate change, or a related field from a recognized University (completed within the last five years)
• Knowledge of applying climate change adaption practices, including crop genotypes, soil fertility amendments, and cropping sequences.
• Experience in field data collection and analysis on agronomy and climate change projects.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of irrigation technologies (drip/sprinkler).
• Good knowledge of field measurements of crop parameters, soil, and water salinity.
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis tools.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic.
• Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with farmers, farmer associations, and rural communities.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and writing skills.
• Open for Iraqi Scientists only.
More Information
- How to apply to apply follow the linkbelow https://www.biosaline.org/vacancies/post-doctoral-fellow-agronomist
