Temporary Laboratory Assistant

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CIMMYT seeks a Temporary Laboratory Assistant to support field, lab, and greenhouse activities for doubled haploid, seed health, and molecular breeding projects. The role involves nursery management, plant health monitoring, lab analyses, and facility maintenance. This temporary position is based in Kiboko, Kenya for six months with potential extension.

• Based in Kiboko, Makueni County, Kenya
• Temporary position for six months with possible extension
• Requires Diploma/Bachelor's in Agriculture or Plant Science
• Experience in field crop management and lab/greenhouse operations

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Temporary Laboratory Assistant | ICRAF - The World Agroforestry Centre Temporary Laboratory Assistant ICRAF - The World Agroforestry Centre Kenya International Junior level Application deadline: July 29, 2026 (7 days) Apply Summary by Impactpool CIMMYT is seeking a Temporary Laboratory Assistant to support field, laboratory, and greenhouse activities related to doubled haploid, seed health, and molecular breeding projects. The role involves assisting in planning and managing nurseries, monitoring plant health, and conducting laboratory analyses. The assistant will also help maintain research facilities and ensure compliance with safety protocols. This temporary position is based in Kiboko, Kenya, for a duration of six months with potential for extension. Candidate Requirements: Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or Plant Science Experience in field crop management Experience in lab and greenhouse operations Temporary Laboratory Assistant – CIMMYT Reference number: 202646 Job status: In-progress Job category: Temporary Position Duty station: Kiboko, Makueni County, Kenya Download PDF Landscape Alliance Landscape Alliance transforms science into action, unlocking the power of trees, forests and agroforestry landscapes to advance planetary health and human well-being. Landscape Alliance is the operating name of the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and the International Centre for Research on Agroforestry (ICRAF). CIFOR and ICRAF are independent International Organizations and CGIAR Research Centers. Landscape Alliance is looking for a Temporary Laboratory Assistant – CIMMYT Overview About our organization: CIMMYT is a cutting edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships. This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries. For more information, visit: cimmyt.org CIMMYT is hosted by World Agroforestry (ICRAF), a member of the CGIAR that is headquartered on United Nations Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya. We invite you to learn more about CIMMYT and World Agroforestry by accessing our web sites: www.cimmyt.org and www.worldagroforestry.org CIMMYT is looking for a: Temporary Laboratory Assistant To assist the field, laboratory, and greenhouse activities in the doubled haploid, seed health and molecular breeding projects. Duties and responsibilities 1. Field Operations . Assist in planning, establishment, and management of nurseries and field trials Assist in optimizing the agromnomic management and developing efficient protocols Support in monitoring plant health and implementation of pest and disease management practices Assist in phenotyping, trait scoring, and accurate field data collection Assist in harvesting and post-harvest activities, including seed handling and processing Support optimal management of field facilities and equipment (e.g., irrigation systems, sprayers). 2. Greenhouse Operations . Support operation and maintenance of greenhouses, screenhouses, and growth chambers Assist in planting, crop management, and routine greenhouse activities Assist in seedling handling and preparation for specialized activities (e.g., chromosome doubling) Ensure proper labeling, tracking, and maintenance of plant materials. 3. Laboratory Operations . Assist in seed/plant sampling, preparation, and processing Support seed sorting activities (e.g., haploid vs. diploid classification) Assist in sample preparation for laboratory analyses (e.g., genotyping, seed health testing) Support routine laboratory procedures and experimental activities. 4. General operations . Assist in research facility management, including keeping the facilities clean and neat and maintaining inventory of capital (CAPEX) and non-capital items Support procurement and inventory management of consumables and supplies Assist in equipment maintenance and ensure operational readiness Support recruitment and coordination of casual labor in consultation with the station manager Ensure timely availability of required materials, supplies, and labor. 5. Data Management and Reporting . Assist in maintaining accurate and well-organized records across field, greenhouse, and laboratory activities Assist in ensuring proper labeling, documentation, storage and traceability of plant and seed materials while ensuring quality control at each stage Assist in supporting timely data entry, validation, and reporting Use germplasm and data management systems (e.g., EBS) for generating seed stock names, codes and lables etc. and tracking the materials. 6