Field Supervisor

Field Supervisor

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is one of the world's leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Our award-winning research for development (R4D) addresses the development needs of tropical countries. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risk, and contribute to sustainable development.

Duties

• Perform nematode extraction using the specified methodology
• Operate soil sterilization machine and perform soil sterilization
• Transport sterilized soil to various screen houses/location
• Maintain unit vehicle, soil machines and lab equipment
• Establish and maintain IITA mandate crops in the screen house and field for nematode activities
• Regulate nematode population and maintain the screen house, micro plots and field plants to ensure optimal growth and health throughout the diagnosis period
• Data collection, collation and entry
• Safely dispose of pots, plant materials, and other related laboratory waste following the completion of nematode diagnosis and assessment, in compliance with institutional biosafety and waste management procedures.
• Ensure the security and proper handling of passengers, students, project documents, and equipment during transportation.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the manager/scientist.

Requirements

• BSc/HND in Agriculture, Biological Sciences, Plant Science, Crop Science, or a related field, with relevant practical experience in field and laboratory activities.

Competencies: The ideal candidate must have:

• Have the ability to operate material-handling tools and equipment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in research, survey implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and data collection.

Benefits

• We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

• Deadline: 2026-10-15