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V A C A N C Y A N N O U N C E M E N T INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH IN THE DRY AREAS P.O. Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria Phone: (963-21) 2213433, 2213477, 2225112, 2225012 Fax: (963-21) 2213490, 2225105; E-mail: ICARDA-JOBS@CGIAR.ORG Website: www.icarda.cgiar.org |
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Organization ICARDA is a non-profit international agricultural research center in a worldwide consortium of 15 centers, supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). The CGIAR is co-sponsored by the World Bank, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). With a staff of over 400 scientists and support personnel, representing more than 45 nationalities, ICARDA addresses two key areas of agricultural research: germplasm improvement (cereals and legumes) and natural resource management. The Center has a global mandate for barley, lentil and faba bean improvement, and a regional mandate for the improvement of wheat, chickpea, and forage and pasture legumes. A major emphasis is placed on the conservation and management of land and water, and improved productivity of small ruminants in integrated farming systems in dry areas. The Center's research and training programs are implemented in partnership with national programs and, in most cases, with other CGIAR centers as well as advanced research institutes in both developing and industrialized countries. The Position ICARDA has an immediate vacancy for the position of a Research Associate (RA-level) reporting to the Biotechnologist, Biodiversity & Integrated Gene Management Program (BIGMP). The position is based at ICARDA's headquarters in Aleppo, Syria. The specific responsibilities are as follows:
Qualifications and Experience
Terms of Appointment The appointment will be for an initial period of two years, renewable and thereafter on an annual basis. The salary is paid in US dollars. Benefits include housing allowance, paid home leave travel, a savings scheme, life and health insurance package, vehicle for business and personal use, and free enrollment for dependent children in the ICARDA-administered International School (KG-Grade 12). Living in Syria ICARDA's headquarters are situated 30 km south of Aleppo, Syria's second largest city. In addition to the internationally-accredited School, ICARDA runs a Sports and Social Club for the staff. Syria has many historical and archaeological sites, some a short drive from Aleppo. There are four distinct seasons and the terrain varies from desert to mountains to fertile fruit orchards. Major international airlines fly into Damascus and Aleppo. Application Qualified applicants may download and complete the ICARDA employment application form (MS Word or PDF), and send it with a cover letter of interest, a recent photograph, and any other relevant supporting documents (non-returnable) to:
NOTE: 1. If sending by e-mail, please do not include graphics or other large file attachments. 2. Quote reference INT-RA/0751/07 on application (or in subject line if applying by e-mail). APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications must be received by 3 January 2008. ICARDA is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from women. |
Posted on 12 November 2007