Research Associate I – Yam
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ILRI is recruiting a Research Associate I to support yam transformation and tissue culture activities on behalf of IITA in Kenya. The role involves preparing plant culture media, maintaining yam accessions, conducting Agrobacterium-mediated transformations, and managing laboratory records. This is a fixed-term contract open to Kenyan nationals, with a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Fixed-term contract of 1 year and 3 months at HG10 level
- Open to Kenyan nationals only
- Deadline: October 01, 2026
- Requires diploma in Agriculture or related field with 2 years experience
- Experience in plant tissue culture required
- Competitive salary with pension, medical and other insurances
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Research Associate I – Yam | ILRI - International Livestock Research Institute
Research Associate I – Yam
ILRI - International Livestock Research Institute
Kenya
HG10 level
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Summary by Impactpool
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) is seeking a Research Associate I to support yam transformation and tissue culture activities on behalf of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA). The role involves preparing plant culture media, assisting in yam accessions maintenance, and conducting Agrobacterium-mediated transformations. The candidate will also be responsible for data collection and maintaining records in the laboratory. This position is a fixed-term contract open to Kenyan nationals.
Candidate
Requirements
Diploma in Agriculture or related area
2 years of relevant work
The ideal candidate should hold:
Diploma in Agriculture or related area with 2 years of relevant work
for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
Summary by Impactpool
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) is seeking a Research Associate I to support yam transformation and tissue culture activities on behalf of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA). The role involves preparing plant culture media, assisting in yam accessions maintenance, and conducting Agrobacterium-mediated transformations. The candidate will also be responsible for data collection and maintaining records in the laboratory. This position is a fixed-term contract open to Kenyan nationals.
Candidate
Diploma in Agriculture or related area
2 years of relevant work
Experience
Basic knowledge of MS Office
in plant tissue culture
Understanding of health and safety practices
Good oral and written communication skills
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Research Assistant on behalf of The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) to provide technical support for yam transformation and tissue culture activities.
ILRI is an international organisation working for better lives and better planet through livestock. ILRI’s mission emphasises the interconnections between people, animals, and the environment, aiming to improve the lives of more than 300 million people in low- and middle-income countries through livestock science that supports equitable and resilient livestock systems, ultimately contributing to food systems transformation with climate and environmental benefits. This mission is delivered through two core strategic objectives: co-designing and deploying sustainable, science-based livestock solutions, and leveraging science to inform and influence policy and investment decisions.
ILRI is a member of the CGIAR, a global research alliance that works to transform food, land and water systems in a climate crisis and is the only CGIAR centre dedicated to addressing multiple development challenges through sustainable livestock solutions.
IITA is a non-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, IITA improves livelihoods, enhances food and nutrition security, increases employment, and preserves natural resource integrity. For more information, please visit
https://www.iita.org/about/
Key
Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel) or other software
in plant tissue culture
Understanding of health and safety in the workplace and good working practices
Good oral and written communication skills
Terms of Appointment
This position is at job level
HG10
and it is only open to Kenyan nationals.
The position is a 1 Year 3 Months fixed term contract. ILRI offers a competitive salary and
to the Head of People and Culture through our recruitment portal by clicking on "Apply Now" on or before 1 October 2026
.
The position title and reference number
REF: IITA/10/2026
should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
.
ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.
To find out more about ILRI, visit our websites at
http://www.ilri.org/
ILRI is an equal-opportunity employer.
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Research Associate I – Yam
ILRI - International Livestock Research Institute
Kenya
HG10 level
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Responsibilities
- Prepare the required plant culture media for Yam transformation and tissue culture.
- Assist in maintaining and multiplication of Yam accessions.
- Assist in Agrobacterium-mediated transformations for yam.
- Focus on the regeneration of DNA-free events in yam
- Provide assistance in potting and weaning of the transgenic plants in the glasshouse and regular watering.
- Maintain, multiply, and regularly subculture in vitro Yam cultures.
- Collect, analyze, and compile data for progress reports.
- Maintain meticulous records of consumables, glassware, and equipment within the plant tissue culture and transformation laboratory.
- Undertake any additional tasks or
- as assigned by supervisors.
Benefits
- package which includes pension, medical and other insurances.
- How to apply:
- Applicants should send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work