Agronomy & Crop Science Assistant at International Fertilizer Development (IFDC)

We need a scientist with experience in performing in-depth analyses of agronomic data and crop production with extensive experience in statistical methods and scientific writing, and conversant with soil-crop modelling to assist the lead agronomist.

Scope of Work

• Execute the work activities under the supervision of the FERARI Crop-Soil Simulation Modelling and Mapping and FERARI Country Coordinator.
• Critically review, quality control and analyze field data of agronomic trials
• Support development of a FERARI database system
• Analyses fertilizer yield trials using advanced statistical methods and modelling
• Supervision of Master students in statistics, modelling and scientific writing
• Draft reports and scientific journal articles
• Travel in Ghana for field visits, teaching and meetings.

Requirements

Qualification Required & Experience

• BSc degree in agricultural or crop sciences
• 1-3 years of experience in agricultural sciences and practice
• Experienced in the use of statistical packages
• Excellent conceptualizing capabilities to utilize theoretical analyses for disentangle practical problems
• Good communication skills and ability to teach