Date of posting here April 11, 2009 Type of position The position, at the Scientist level, will be based in South Asia but with responsibilities in other regions of Asia. The position is for a fixed-term contract of two years, subject to the continued disbursement of approved funds, after which further employment is subject to performance. Employer CIMMYT, Int. Location South Asia Salary CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package Closing date of competition April 30, 2009 Date position available July 2009 Description of duties Work closely with CIMMYT staff and partners in ongoing cropping systems research for development programs in South, Central and East Asia. Work with partners to develop efficient and dynamic research for development programs focused on understanding and extending agricultural systems based on the principles of Conservation Agriculture (CA). Develop partnerships with researchers in advanced research institutes to incorporate their expertise into the Asian research for development program. Oversee the management of on-station and on-farm trials designed to study the effects of CA-based technologies on system productivity, soil quality, water and nutrient use Help develop innovation systems focused on the adaptation of CA practices and equipment to the circumstances of small-scale, resource-constrained farmers. Communicate research results to diverse communities, including scientists, change agents, policy makers and farmers. Provide practical training to local researchers and extension agents on the efficient management of agronomic research programs and on the principles and practice of CA-based systems. Help develop new initiatives in CA in the region and elsewhere. Qualifications sought Ph.D. in Agronomy, Soil Science or a closely related field. Considerable practical agricultural experience, including experience with on-farm research and farm equipment. Experience with adapting the principles of CA to local biophysical and socioeconomic conditions. Experience translating research results to extension and policy bulletins and training materials Computer literacy, with proficiency in the common software packages. Ability to communicate research results effectively to a wide range of audiences Proficiency in the English language. Ability to work in multi-cultural environments and in multi-disciplinary teams. Willingness to spend considerable time away from home. Commitment to advances in farm productivity and poverty reduction in the developing world. Contact for additional information Dr. Patrick Wall, Director Conservation Agriculture Program p.wall@cgiar.org or Dr. Kenneth Sayre, Agronomist/Principal Scientist Conservation Agriculture Program k.sayre@cgiar.org Application procedure   Submit what Please send via e-mail your letter of application no later than April 30, 2009, CV/Resume (including full contact information), and names and contact information of three references. Submit to Human Resources Manager, CIMMYT (Reference 2009/07) jobs-cimmyt@cgiar.org Additional Information CIMMYT is an equal-opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and ethnicity.