ABOUT US
By sharing knowledge and science, CABI tackles global issues like poverty, hunger, education, equality, sustainability, climate change and biodiversity. We do this by helping farmers grow more and lose less of what they produce, combating threats to agriculture and the environment from pests and diseases, protecting natural habitats from invasive species, and improving access to scientific knowledge.
CABI is an international, inter-governmental, not-for-profit organization that improves people’s lives worldwide by providing information and applying scientific expertise to solve problems in agriculture and the environment. Our approach involves putting information, skills and tools into people’s hands. CABI’s 49 Member Countries guide and influence our work which is delivered by scientific staff based in our global network of centres.
CABI is committed to making a difference, playing its part in creating a brighter, more equitable and sustainable future.
You can learn more at:www.cabi.org
Purpose of the role
To support scientists in mass rearing of invasive pests and their parasitoids and predators, to carry field trials and assigned experiments.
Key accountabilities:
- Undertake field collections of FAW for parasitoids.
- Rear and maintain the colonies of FAW and natural enemies following standard protocols.
- Undertake field trips for demonstration plots in communities, data collection, monitoring and reporting.
- Collect and record data for scientific research and maintaining a proper data retrieval system
- Generate reports for both internal and external use.
- Ensure that laboratories are clean and well maintained.
- Participate in surveys related to biocontrol in Zambia.
- Working collaboratively with partners on projects.
ABOUT YOU
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in entomology/agriculture or related field from a recognized University. This may be waived if the candidate is a diploma holder from a technical college, but with specific experience in carrying field research and data collection.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience with field trials and data collection is a mandatory requirement.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- A team player with ability to maintain harmonious working relationship with colleagues.
ROLE DETAILS:
Grade: 2
Reporting to: Project Scientist- Entomologist
Direct reports: none
Key peers: Research assistants
Duration: 3-year contract; Renewable
NOTE
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. It is expected that the post holder and CABI will adopt a flexible attitude and accept that the duties may have to be varied according to circumstances, in particular changing corporate requirements and individual development needs.
WHAT WE OFFER:
We aim to recruit and retain passionate people who have the necessary skills, knowledge and commitment to help us achieve our mission. Our benefits are designed to make our lives easier, improve our work-life balance, save money and safeguard our well-being. They include:
- Competitive salary
- Defined contribution pension scheme with employee contribution that CABI will double-match up to 10% of gross salary
- 30 days of annual leave (including public holidays)
- An Employee Assistance Programme, with a full calendar of health and well-being initiatives
- Life assurance and long service awards
- Flexible working options including family friendly policies
- Career development opportunities including internal promotions, mentoring and Development Bursary to visit another CABI centre
- A culture committed to being a fully inclusive, enjoyable and fulfilling place to work.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
We are a thriving international organisation attracting a diverse range of talented people from around the world. Our staff currently comprises over 30 nationalities and as an equal opportunity’s employer we welcome applications from candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation or marital status. No applicant will be disadvantaged by conditions which cannot be shown to be justified and selection will be based on merit.