Post-Doctoral Fellow – Wheat Rust Pathology, Molecular Genetics and Breeding
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Post-Doctoral Fellow – Wheat Rust Pathology, Molecular Genetics and Breeding. This post will work in CIMMYT’s Integral Wheat Program at its headquarters in Texcoco, near Mexico City. The position is for two years, with the possibility of a one-year extension.
Overview: CIMMYT is a cutting‑edge, non‑profit, international organisation dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. It focuses on improving the quantity, quality and reliability of cereal production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee rust screening and phenotyping activities in field and greenhouse nurseries across CIMMYT research stations in Mexico.
- Analyze genetic and phenotypic data sets to elucidate the genetic architecture of complex rust‑resistance traits, including QTL mapping, GWAS, and genomic prediction.
- Collaborate with CIMMYT colleagues in Kenya to support data management and contribute to continental rust surveillance and characterization efforts.
- Conduct race‑typing and contribute to annual rust surveillance and reporting.
- Support bread wheat, durum, and pre‑breeding programmes by providing technical guidance on rust resistance screening and disease management.
- Publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present results at collaborative networks and scientific meetings.
- Strengthen national and international partnerships and contribute to capacity building.
- Travel to CIMMYT Mexico field sites and occasional international travel to Kenya and partner institutions as required.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- PhD in plant breeding, quantitative genetics, plant pathology, or a closely related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in molecular genetics, statistical analysis and handling genotype–phenotype data sets (e.g., GWAS, QTL mapping, mixed models).
- Proficiency in analytical software such as R, TASSEL, R/qtl, GAPIT or equivalent.
- Hands‑on experience with rust phenotyping in field and greenhouse environments.
- Strong publication record in reputable peer‑reviewed journals.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (Spanish is an advantage).
- Proven ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary, multicultural teams.
Competences
- Goal orientation and scientific rigor
- Proactive problem‑solving and initiative
- Multicultural awareness and sensitivity
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
Benefits
CIMMYT offers an internationally competitive compensation package including housing allowance, comprehensive health and life insurance, children’s education support, paid leave, relocation support, annual airfare and contributions to retirement plans.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Temporary
Job Function
Science (Research Services)
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