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CIMMYT

M26338 Assistant Research Associate (Locally Recruited)

LocationTexcoco, State of Mexico, Mexico
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seen1w ago
Last seen21h ago
About the company
IMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. CIMMYT is a core CGIAR Research Center, a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources. For more information, visit https://www.cimmyt.org/
About the role
We are seeking a proactive Assistant Research Associate to support the planning and execution of research activities, ensuring high standards of quality, compliance, and operational efficiency. The position is responsible for managing research activities, supporting distribution processes and improving physical and digital data capture formats.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage research activities related to germplasm introduction, regeneration, processing, conservation, and distribution.
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Carry on the Germplasm Bank’s technical, logistical, documentation, and training operations
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Supervise and apply rigorous quality control to passport, characterization, and evaluation data.
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Support the review of internal and external audits trough the documenting of findings, nonconformities and corrective actions.
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Facilitate guided visits and awareness-raising activities.
Requirements
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Master’s degree in Agronomy, Biosciences or related fields., or equivalent years of work experience.
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Minimum 2 years of experience in similar roles under plants breeding, seed science and crops science
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Knowledge of international research standards, including FAO, Genesys or ISO.
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Intermediate English (B2).
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Intermediate MS Office skills.
Benefits
CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package and support for continuous professional development. In addition to the provisions of the Mexican Labor Law our package of benefits includes year-end bonus (40 days), vacation premium (56%), life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, savings fund, social Mexican benefits (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit).
Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Foreign national candidates must have legal documents to work in Mexico.
This position will remain open until filled.
CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.
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