Dear Colleagues:
Please pass on the following announcement for a molecular geneticist
position within CIMMYT's Applied Biotechnology Center to any interested
persons. We are projecting a large increase in our efforts to use molecular
techniques in classifying CIMMYT maize and wheat germplasm and, thus, we
are looking for an innovative scientist to lead this effort.
Regards,
Dave Hoisington
Director, Applied Biotechnology Center
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MOLECULAR GENETICIST - GERMPLASM CHARACTERIZATION
The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) seeks an
experienced professional for the position of Molecular Geneticist in the
Applied Biotechnology Center (ABC) at CIMMYT Headquarters near Mexico City,
Mexico. The position is available 1 January 1998.
The person will be a member of the Molecular Genetics Team within the ABC
and will develop projects to use molecular markers to characterize CIMMYT
maize and wheat germplasm. Responsibilities will include the design and
implementation of appropriate large-scale marker technologies for germplasm
characterization, data acquisition and analysis and development of
interfaces to allow scientists to access and utilize the characterization
data. Other responsibilities include providing supervision of scientific
and technical staff in other Applied Molecular Genetics projects, taking
part in administrative activities, preparing reports and publications of
results, and assisting in training courses, formal and informal.
Qualifications include a Ph.D. (or equivalents years of experience) in
plant genetics, biology, biochemistry or molecular biology/genetics with a
minimum of two years of experience in the application of molecular markers
to germplasm characterization. Excellent communication skills in written
and spoken English required and a working knowledge of Spanish desirable.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment essential.
CIMMYT is an internationally funded, non-profit research and training
organization headquartered in Mexico and affiliated with the Consultative
Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). The Center's mission
is to help the poor by increasing the productivity, profitability, and
sustainability of maize- and wheat-based systems while protecting natural
resources. CIMMYT has a staff of over 800 based in Mexico and 14 other
countries.
CIMMYT is an equal-opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in
gender and nationality. The Center makes a special effort to accommodate
the needs of dual-career couples. CIMMYT's headquarters are located on its
main experiment station which is outside, but within easy reach of Mexico
City, Mexico. The Center's salaries and benefits are competitive with
those of other international institutions. Further information about
CIMMYT and the CGIAR can be obtained via the Internet at "www.cimmyt.mx" or
"www.cgiar.org".
Applications (with curriculum vitae and letters from three references) or
nominations (with the candidate's address, fax number and curriculum vitae,
if possible) will be accepted until January 31, 1998 or until the position
is filled.
=46or further information, contact:
Dr. David Hoisington
Director, Applied Biotechnology Center
CIMMYT, Int.
Lisboa 27, Col. Ju=E1rez, Apdo. Postal 6-641
M=E9xico, D.F. 06600 MEXICO
Phone: (525) 726-7575
=46ax: (525) 726-7558
Email: dhoisington at cimmyt.mx
Send applications to:
Ms. Krista Baldini
Human Resources Manager
CIMMYT, Int.
Lisboa 27, Col. Ju=E1rez, Apdo. Postal 6-641
M=E9xico, D.F. 06600 MEXICO
Phone: (525) 726-9091
=46ax: (525) 726-7558
Email: rh at cimmyt.mx
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