Field Worker III

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position: Field Worker III

Contract: 2-years renewable contract

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 22 September 2026

DUTIES

A. Field Research Support

• Participate in cassava field establishment, crop maintenance, harvesting, and post-harvest activities under the postharvest physiological deterioration (PPD) project.
• Support collection of agronomic, phenotypic, and PPD-related data from field trials and cassava breeding populations.
• Monitor cassava field plots and breeding materials for crop performance and other relevant field observations.
• Assist in the handling, transportation, and documentation of cassava research materials between the field, laboratory, and screen house.

B. Digital Phenotyping and Data Management

• Support digital capture, annotation, and quality control of cassava root images.
• Assist in collecting, recording, organizing, cleaning, validating, and securely storing laboratory and field research data using approved digital tools
• Maintain accurate records of research activities.

C. Laboratory and Tissue Culture Operations

• Support routine laboratory and tissue culture activities following approved protocols.
• Assist with media preparation, labelling, sterilization, sample handling, and organization of laboratory materials and consumables.
• Support multiplication, maintenance, and acclimatization of cassava tissue culture materials.
• Ensure proper labelling, tracking, and storage of laboratory samples and cultures.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and proper organization of laboratory workspaces and equipment.
• Perform other related duties assigned by the Supervisor.