Banana Genomics and Quantitative Genetics Breeder (Post-Doc)

Tasks

• Apply quantitative genetics and genomics
• Build genomic prediction platforms
• Contribute to resource mobilization
• Design and execute breeding trials
• Design genotyping strategies
• Develop and apply bioinformatics tools
• Develop data analysis pipelines
• Develop improved banana varieties
• Establish phenotyping labs
• Foster molecular tool use in breeding
• Integrate functional genomics phenomics and bioinformatics
• Lead scientific publications
• Maintain collaborative partnerships
• Manage molecular research staff
• Mentor students
• Provide analytical support and training
• Provide impact assessment support
• Strengthen capacity of NARS
• Support data management practices
• Support implementation of improvement plans
• Support molecular tools deployment
• Support parental improvement
• Upgrade data platforms

Perks/Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Internationally competitive benefits

Skills/Tech-stack

Bioinformatics | Computational tools | Data Management | Genomic Selection | Genomics | Marker-Assisted Selection | Molecular tools | Phenotyping | Plant Breeding | Quantitative genetics | Statistical Analysis | Trial design