Molecular Geneticist (Plant Breeding & Genetics Lab)(P4) - (2024/0385 (020244))
Organization: NAFA-Plant Breeding and Genetics Laboratory
Primary Location: Austria-Lower Austria-Seibersdorf-IAEA Laboratories in Seibersdorf
Job Posting: 2025-04-03, 2:01:24 AM
Closing Date: 2025-04-27, 4:59:00 PM
Duration in Months: 36
Contract Type: Fixed Term - Regular
Probation Period: 1 Year
Full Competitive Recruitment: Yes

EXPERTISE DESCRIPTION

Information Management

Analysis

Demonstrated skills in analysis of large, diverse and complex datasets, and data visualization, possess good scripting skills in Python / R, and be able to develop bespoke scientific workflows where required
Information Technology

Data Analysis

Strong background in bioinformatics/computational biology; advanced data fluency, including experience with open-source programming languages
Plant Science

Plant Biotechnology

Knowledge of whole genome sequencing and development/application of molecular markers for plant breeding.
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Master’s Degree - Advanced University degree in plant genetics, molecular genetics or related biotechnology sciences.
Minimum 7 years of experience in research on the development and application of molecular marker techniques and related genomic strategies for crop improvement.
Experience in analysing next generation sequencing data (e.g. microbial and plant genome assembly & annotation; metabarcoding; metagenomics; metabolomics; transcriptomics); experience of working with plants and polyploid genomes is desirable.
Practical field experience in plant breeding and/or the integrated application of induced mutagenesis as part of crop improvement a strong asset.
Experience in R&D project management and fund raising desirable.
Track record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant fields.
Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $77326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 44772*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions

General Information

• The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
• The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
• Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
• The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

Evaluation process

• The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Appointment information

• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
• Staff members may be assigned to any location.
• Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
• The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.

Please refer the Job description for details