Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 10, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Objective
• Agrobacterium genetic transformation and selection on appropriate media
• Molecular characterization of transgenic events by PCR, RTq-PCR, Southern blot, sequencing, and bioinformatics
• Perform bio-assays using artificial infection of potato plants with local strains in the biosafety glasshouse and other biosafety approved facilities.
• Plant care in the growth chambers, screen house and glasshouse
• Deliverables
• Agrobacterium genetic transformation and selection
• Molecular characterization of transgenic events.
• Conduct bio-assays.
• Final Report.

Selection Criteria
• Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, biology, biochemistry, or plant pathology with strong skills in molecular biology.
• At least 1 year of experience.
• Experience in molecular and phenotypic characterization of transgenic plants preferably roots tubers or banana crops
• Highly proficient in English (both spoken and written).


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Go to International Potato Center on cgiar.zohorecruit.com to apply



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