Assistant scientist - plant pathology and host plant resistanceInternational Rice Research Institute
Salary: Agreement
Work form: Full time
Posting Date: 09/11/2025
Deadline: 12/01/2021
About IRRI
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is the world's premier research organization dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.
Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change.
Job Purpose
Facilitate the planning, designing, implementation of experiments related to trait discovery and four main disease targets defined in the milestones of the project "Acceleration in Genetic Gain in Rice (AGGRI) Alliance" project. Constantly communicate with internal and external project partners and collaborators to exchange conceptual ideas findings, present research findings through conferences and publications to effectively gather feedback and research-related requirements for the advancement of the project; supervise and guide scholars, researchers and technicians; prepare and provide training sessions as needed.
This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and may only be filled by permanent citizens of the Philippines.
Current IRRI staff are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized.
Roles and Responsibilities
Facilitate the planning, designing and implementation of experiments for the AGGRI project in the area of molecular plant pathology, genetics, breeding, genomics and bioinformatics
Perform bioassays and disease assessments for resistance screening on four main disease targets
Contribute to the pathogen monitoring activities to drive the selection of resistance genes and QTLs
Perform marker-assisted selection (MAS) breeding for rice blast and bacterial blight resistance in combination with target abiotic stress tolerance and other traits
Contribute to the development of research proposals including review of related literature, selection of adequate research tools and equipment and verification of suggested methodologies for the selection of progenies using MAS
Manage the implementation of experiments/surveys and other research studies related to the rice breeding with multiple disease resistance
Genetic analysis, identification of new genes for broad spectrum resistance and genetic improvement of the elite lines for resistance to important rice diseases
Use of bioinformatics tools to analyze rice and pathogen genome sequences
Advise and coordinate the pathogen monitoring of target diseases from partners in
Constantly communicate with internal and external project partners and collaborators to exchange conceptual ideas and to effectively gather feedback and research-related requirements for the advancement of the project
Constantly monitor, evaluate and provide recommendations to improve research activities/tasks performed by Research technicians and contract workers in order to maintain smooth conduct of field and greenhouse experiments as well as to foster a productive working environment
Coordinate with required IRRI services and supplies to ensure smooth implantation of experiments/surveys reports/publications as well as presentations/posters for national and international conferences.
Supervise and lead the maintenance of accurate data recording and update database for efficient storage and retrieval of information
Administer effective coordination and preparations of trainings by ensuring that the training materials, logistical arrangements and resource persons are appropriate to the defined objectives.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Plant Pathology, Genetics, Biology and Plant Breeding and 4 years of relevant work experience in Plant Pathology and Genetics or
Master of Science degree in Plant Pathology and 1 year relevant work experience in Molecular Plant Pathology and MAS Breeding
Skills Required
Mandatory
Has proven technical proficiency in conducting experiments related to molecular pathology and MAS breeding
Has excellent analytical skills using advanced statistical tools
Has experience with quality assurance and research data management
Highly committed to work and able to collaborate with partners
Has strong oral and written communication skills
Has good presentation skills
Is able to work independently
Has capability in leading a small research team
Preferred
Has experience in using advanced bioinformatics tools in analysis of genomics
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance and other allowances. Join our team and be part of our story!
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.
International Rice Research Institute
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is the world's premier research organization dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.
Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change.
Job Purpose
Facilitate the planning, designing, implementation of experiments related to trait discovery and four main disease targets defined in the milestones of the project "Acceleration in Genetic Gain in Rice (AGGRI) Alliance" project. Constantly communicate with internal and external project partners and collaborators to exchange conceptual ideas findings, present research findings through conferences and publications to effectively gather feedback and research-related requirements for the advancement of the project; supervise and guide scholars, researchers and technicians; prepare and provide training sessions as needed.
This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and may only be filled by permanent citizens of the Philippines.
Current IRRI staff are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized.
Roles and Responsibilities
Facilitate the planning, designing and implementation of experiments for the AGGRI project in the area of molecular plant pathology, genetics, breeding, genomics and bioinformatics
Perform bioassays and disease assessments for resistance screening on four main disease targets
Contribute to the pathogen monitoring activities to drive the selection of resistance genes and QTLs
Perform marker-assisted selection (MAS) breeding for rice blast and bacterial blight resistance in combination with target abiotic stress tolerance and other traits
Contribute to the development of research proposals including review of related literature, selection of adequate research tools and equipment and verification of suggested methodologies for the selection of progenies using MAS
Manage the implementation of experiments/surveys and other research studies related to the rice breeding with multiple disease resistance
Genetic analysis, identification of new genes for broad spectrum resistance and genetic improvement of the elite lines for resistance to important rice diseases
Use of bioinformatics tools to analyze rice and pathogen genome sequences
Advise and coordinate the pathogen monitoring of target diseases from partners in
Constantly communicate with internal and external project partners and collaborators to exchange conceptual ideas and to effectively gather feedback and research-related requirements for the advancement of the project
Constantly monitor, evaluate and provide recommendations to improve research activities/tasks performed by Research technicians and contract workers in order to maintain smooth conduct of field and greenhouse experiments as well as to foster a productive working environment
Coordinate with required IRRI services and supplies to ensure smooth implantation of experiments/surveys reports/publications as well as presentations/posters for national and international conferences.
Supervise and lead the maintenance of accurate data recording and update database for efficient storage and retrieval of information
Administer effective coordination and preparations of trainings by ensuring that the training materials, logistical arrangements and resource persons are appropriate to the defined objectives.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Plant Pathology, Genetics, Biology and Plant Breeding and 4 years of relevant work experience in Plant Pathology and Genetics or
Master of Science degree in Plant Pathology and 1 year relevant work experience in Molecular Plant Pathology and MAS Breeding
Skills Required
Mandatory
Has proven technical proficiency in conducting experiments related to molecular pathology and MAS breeding
Has excellent analytical skills using advanced statistical tools
Has experience with quality assurance and research data management
Highly committed to work and able to collaborate with partners
Has strong oral and written communication skills
Has good presentation skills
Is able to work independently
Has capability in leading a small research team
Preferred
Has experience in using advanced bioinformatics tools in analysis of genomics
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance and other allowances. Join our team and be part of our story!
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.
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