Job Title:Â Â Senior Research Officer – Soil Scientist
Organisation:Â National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO)
Duty Station:Â Â Kawanda, Uganda
About US:
The National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO) is mandated to coordinate, oversee and guide agricultural research in Uganda. Over the years, NARO has generated technologies and products with Intellectual Property (IP) and commercial potential guided by relevant policies under her mission of innovating for sustainable agricultural transformation.
Job Summary: Â Â The Senior Research Officer – Soil Scientist will develop and implement research projects and partnerships that further the scientific understanding of soils, cultivate awareness of soil health, and develop and promote the practical application of science-based practices to ensure sustainable soil productivity through the protection and rebuilding of working lands.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Natural Resources
- PhD in soil science.
- The applicant should have conducted research and published as the first author and/or co-author of at least four articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- At least eight years of experience in conducting agricultural research in soil science fields as evidenced by reports and publication records from a reputable Organisation.
How to Apply:
All qualified and interested persons should submit three sets of applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae giving telephone and e-mail addresses; and names and addresses of 3 (three) referees as well as copies of academic certificates and testimonials to the undersigned.
Applicants are advised to quote the reference number of the post applied for on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
Applicants should not apply for more than Two Posts
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and notified via NARO website, telephones, and e-mail addresses as provided on the CV. Short-listed candidates will be required to provide certified copies of their Academic Qualifications.
Only applications responding to this advert and attendant timelines will be received.
The Director General,
National Agricultural Research Organization,
P.O. Box 295, Entebbe
Deadline: 3rd May 2024
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