Research Position in Plant Breeding at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines

Scholarship Description:

Research Position in Plant Breeding at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines is open for . The scholarship allows level program(s) in the field of taught at . The deadline of the scholarship is .

Research Position in Plant Breeding for Developing Countries Students at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines 2012

Study Subject(s):

Plant Breeding

Course Level:

Research

Scholarship Provider:

IRRI

Scholarship can be taken at:

Philippines

Eligibility:

• BS in Plant Breeding, Agronomy, Biology and other related fields


• At least one year relevant experience preferably in the field


• Background in Agronomy, Biology and Crop Protection, experience in data collection and analysis

Scholarship Open for International Students:

Students of Developing Countries can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description:

The successful candidate will assist in the evaluation of rice grains for micronutrient content using X-ray Flourescence Spectrometer (XRF) or other available advanced molecular technology tools. She/he assists in conduct of phenotypic evaluation of advanced progenies, seed inventory and tracking. She/he coordinates data collection and management for both genotypic and phenotypic analysis.

Roles and responsibilities -

• Prepare samples for the analysis of iron and zinc content in rice grains


• Assist in evaluating micronutrient content in rice using X-ray Flourescence Spectrometer (XRF) machine


• Conduct molecular genotyping and phenotyping for high zinc rice materials and assist in doing crosses to develop advanced backcross generations


• Maintain seed inventory file for proper seed filling and for keeping track of seeds being used and being kept


• Perform all other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Supervisor

How to Apply:

Online

Scholarship Application Deadline:

Do submit your applications till 11/22/2012

Further Scholarship Information and Application

Degree Level:

Research Position in Plant Breeding at International Rice Research Institute in Philippines is available to undertake level programs at .

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.