Research Position in Plant Breeding at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines

Research Position in Plant Breeding at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines

Description

Research Position in Plant Breeding at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines is open for . The scholarship allows level program(s) in the field of taught at . The deadline of the scholarship is .

Research Position in Plant Breeding for Developing Countries Students at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines 2012

Study Subject(s):

Plant Breeding

Course Level:

Research

Scholarship Provider:

IRRI

Scholarship can be taken at:

Philippines

Eligibility:

• BS in Plant Breeding, Agronomy, Biology and other related fields


• At least one year relevant experience preferably in the field


• Background in Agronomy, Biology and Crop Protection, experience in data collection and analysis

Scholarship Open for International Students:

Students of Developing Countries can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description:

The successful candidate will assist in the evaluation of rice grains for micronutrient content using X-ray Flourescence Spectrometer (XRF) or other available advanced molecular technology tools. She/he assists in conduct of phenotypic evaluation of advanced progenies, seed inventory and tracking. She/he coordinates data collection and management for both genotypic and phenotypic analysis.

Roles and responsibilities -

• Prepare samples for the analysis of iron and zinc content in rice grains


• Assist in evaluating micronutrient content in rice using X-ray Flourescence Spectrometer (XRF) machine


• Conduct molecular genotyping and phenotyping for high zinc rice materials and assist in doing crosses to develop advanced backcross generations


• Maintain seed inventory file for proper seed filling and for keeping track of seeds being used and being kept


• Perform all other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Supervisor

How to Apply:

Online

Scholarship Application Deadline:

Do submit your applications till 11/22/2012

Further Scholarship Information and Application

Degree Level

Research Position in Plant Breeding at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines is available to undertake level programs at .

Available Subjects

Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.