Plant Breeding Research Fellow/ Senior Research Fellow

Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (MUAST)

Apr. 20, 2023

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the above post that has arisen in the University.

Duties and Responsibilities

To conduct research that produce goods and services in the field of Plant Breeding and Genetics.
To develop and promote task-based learning models and other products for improved plant breeds.
To supervise research by students under taught programmes and higher degrees by research (MPhil/DPhil/PhD).
To provide community outreach and University services in the field of Plant Breeding and Genetics.
To teach any two of the following Modules on Population and Quantitative Genetics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels: Genetic Evaluation, Selection and Mating Systems, Applied Plant Breeding and Genetics; and Genetic Conservation.
To contribute to Community Outreach, Innovation and Industrialisation in line with Education 5.0 and the University Strategic Plan.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have Undergraduate and Master’s degrees in Plant Breeding/ Crop Science or related field. An earned PhD degree in the same specialization is an added advantage.
Applicants must have University teaching experience, traceable record of research expertise and industrial experience in the field of Plant Breeding.

Skills and Attributes

Candidates should be results driven with good problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.

Other

How to Apply

Applicants must submit six (6) sets of applications which should include the application letter, certified copies of certificates, national identification and a detailed Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees including their email addresses. Applications in envelopes clearly indicating post applied for should be addressed and sent via registered mail to:

The Deputy Registrar,

Human Resources Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology

P.O. Box 35

MARONDERA

OR hand deliver or send by courier to: Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology CSC Campus, Industrial Sites 15 Longlands Road MARONDERA

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The University does not charge applicants a fee at any stage of the recruitment process and does not have Agents who receive applications on its behalf. Leave, contributory medical aid and pension are offered. Information on salary and other benefits will be made available to shortlisted candidates.

Deadline: 20 April 2023

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