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Announcement of Research Assistant Position at ICARDA 2025, ICARDA is seeking a “Research Assistant” for Spring Bread Wheat Breeding and Genetic Resources Who will assist the Bread Wheat Breeder to develop high yielding and climate resilient bread wheat varieties targeting The Central and West Asia, and North Africa (CWANA) and The Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) regions.
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Research Assistant position for Spring Bread Wheat Breeding and Genetic Resources is based in Rabat, Morocco and applications are invited from local nationals because this position is on-site Nationally Recruited Staff. It is an excellent job positions for those candidates that are looking for global careers.
Both male & female candidates are eligible to apply for Research Assistant Position at ICARDA 2025. If you meet the following criteria you must avail this excellent opportunity and apply for Research Assistant Position at ICARDA 2025. Applications are welcomed via Online through the official career portal of ICARDA.
About ICARDA:
The International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) is an international autonomous, non-profit research organization supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).
ICARDA’s mission is to reduce poverty and enhance food, water, nutritional security, and environmental health in the face of global challenges, including climate change. We do this through innovative science, strategic partnerships, linking research to development, and capacity development that consider gender equality and the role of youth in transforming the dry areas.
Details of Research Assistant Position at ICARDA 2025:
| Posted date | 30-07-2025 |
| Sector | Private |
| Job type | Full Time |
| Salary | $1000- $2000 |
| Education | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree |
| Job Location | Rabat, Morocco |
| Postal Code | 10100 |
| Hiring Organization | International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) |
| Last Date | 15 August 2025 |
| Job Status | ON |
| No. of Vacancies | Multiple |
| Organization Street Address | Dalia Building, 2nd Floor Bashir El Kassar Street Verdun Area, next to Arab Bank |
Objectives of Research Assistant Position at ICARDA 2025:
The incumbent of this role will assist the Bread Wheat Breeder to develop high yielding and climate resilient bread wheat varieties targeting The Central and West Asia, and North Africa (CWANA) and The Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) regions and build national capacity through training of wheat breeders in classical and molecular breeding techniques.
Job Responsibilities of Research Assistant Position:
- Database management.
- Gene mining of genetic resources and introgression into elite germplasm using speed breeding facilities and molecular markers.
- Undertake wide crosses.
- Preparation of field books.
- Collection of agronomic data.
- Computerization and management of agronomic and molecular data timely and precisely.
- Assist in grain quality analysis.
- Performing any other job assigned by the supervisor.
Eligibility Criteria for Research Assistant Position at ICARDA:
- Bachelors or Master’s degree in crop breeding, agronomy or pathology.
- At least 3-5 years of experience in agricultural research.
- Experience in data management and computer skills.
- Fluent in English, Arabic.
- Driving license.
Terms of appointment, salary, and Benefits
This is a nationally recruited staff position open for Moroccan nationals for which ICARDA offers an attractive compensation package including a competitive salary, medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, five months’ maternity leave, and 15 day’s paternity leave.
The successful candidate will be offered an initial contract of 3 years, renewable subject to continued need for the position and satisfactory performance. The first year will be a probationary period.
How to Apply for Research Assistant Position at ICARDA 2025?
If you meet the all above-mentioned criteria;
- All interested candidates may submit their application via Online, through the official career portal of ICARDA. The link is given below.
- ICARDA Official website: https://icarda.org/
- Please be advised that ICARDA accepts applications only in English, as per the organization’s standard communication language. Applications in other languages will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted applications will be contacted.
FAQs
- Who can apply?
Moroccan nationals with a Bachelor’s/Master’s in relevant fields and 3–5 years of experience. - Is this position remote?
No, it’s an on-site role in Rabat, Morocco. - What languages are required?
English and Arabic (written and spoken). - Are there benefits for women candidates?
Yes, ICARDA offers 5 months’ maternity leave and promotes gender equality. - How will applicants be notified?
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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