Duties and responsibilities
Field Operations.
Assist in planning, establishment, and management of nurseries and field trials
Assist in optimizing the agromnomic management and developing efficient protocols
Support in monitoring plant health and implementation of pest and disease management practices
Assist in phenotyping, trait scoring, and accurate field data collection
Assist in harvesting and post-harvest activities, including seed handling and processing
Support optimal management of field facilities and equipment (e.g., irrigation systems, sprayers).
Greenhouse Operations.
Support operation and maintenance of greenhouses, screenhouses, and growth chambers
Assist in planting, crop management, and routine greenhouse activities
Assist in seedling handling and preparation for specialized activities (e.g., chromosome doubling)
Ensure proper labeling, tracking, and maintenance of plant materials.
Laboratory Operations.
Assist in seed/plant sampling, preparation, and processing
Support seed sorting activities (e.g., haploid vs. diploid classification)
Assist in sample preparation for laboratory analyses (e.g., genotyping, seed health testing)
Support routine laboratory procedures and experimental activities.
General operations.
Assist in research facility management, including keeping the facilities clean and neat and maintaining inventory of capital (CAPEX) and non-capital items
Support procurement and inventory management of consumables and supplies
Assist in equipment maintenance and ensure operational readiness
Support recruitment and coordination of casual labor in consultation with the station manager
Ensure timely availability of required materials, supplies, and labor.
Data Management and Reporting.
Assist in maintaining accurate and well-organized records across field, greenhouse, and laboratory activities
Assist in ensuring proper labeling, documentation, storage and traceability of plant and seed materials while ensuring quality control at each stage
Assist in supporting timely data entry, validation, and reporting
Use germplasm and data management systems (e.g., EBS) for generating seed stock names, codes and lables etc. and tracking the materials.
Compliance and Safety.
Follow safety protocols in field, greenhouse, and laboratory environments
Assist in ensuring proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemical and biological materials
Comply with institutional, biosafety, and regulatory guidelines.
Requirements
Diploma/Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Plant Science, or related field.
Experience in field crop management.
Experience in lab and greenhouse operations.