The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to improve food security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for better and more sustainable use of livestock. ILRI is a CGIAR research centre - part of a global research partnership for a food-secure future.

Laboratory Technician - Yam and Bambara Groundnut

Job TypeFull Time

QualificationDiploma

Experience2 years

LocationNairobi

Job FieldAgriculture / Agro-Allied , Science

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare plant tissue culture media required for Yam and Bambara groundnut transformation and regeneration experiments.
• Perform seed sterilization, explant preparation, and culture initiation following established protocols.
• Maintain, multiply, and regularly subculture in vitro Yam and Bambara groundnut cultures.
• Support regeneration, transformation, potting, and maintenance of regenerated plants in the greenhouse.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should hold:

• Diploma in the Agriculture with 2 years of relevant work experience
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel) or other software
• Experience in Bambara ground nut tissue culture
• Understanding of health and safety in the workplace and good working practices
• Good oral and written communication skills

• Prepare plant tissue culture media required for Yam and Bambara groundnut transformation and regeneration experiments.
• Perform seed sterilization, explant preparation, and culture initiation following established protocols.
• Maintain, multiply, and regularly subculture in vitro Yam and Bambara groundnut cultures.
• Support regeneration, transformation, potting, and maintenance of regenerated plants in the greenhouse.

• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel) or other software
• Experience in Bambara ground nut tissue culture
• Understanding of health and safety in the workplace and good working practices
• Good oral and written communication skills

• Diploma in Agriculture