AgriSeed Co Nigeria Limited a joint venture Seed Company offering high quality seed to enhance Nigeria farmers and nation’s productivity requires a sound marketing professional to coordinate the sales, extension and marketing functions of the SBU aimed at bringing the highly productive seed to the end user and creating the top of mind awareness for the product across the maize growing belt of Nigeria.
Job Title: Line Development Maize Breeder (West Africa/Tropical Lowland)
Job Description
The objectives will be achieved by generating and developing a pipeline of yellow maize inbred lines and making hybrid combinations for advancement and release in the tropical lowland environments in western and central Africa.
This entails assessment of introductions, implementation of crossing plans, selection schemes and establishing the product testing network in target regions of product deployment.
Qualifications
At least a M.Sc in Plant Breeding, A PhD will be an advantage; Computer literacy
Ability to work both in a diverse research team and independently is crucial
At least 5 years’ experience working in a maize breeding programme
Knowledge of tropical lowland germplasm and product requirements will be an added advantage
Data analysis and result presentation
Communication skills are essential.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae and brief profile electronically using their Location & Position applied for as the subject of the mail to job@saroafrica.com.ng
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