TRAINEE SCIENTIST - BIOTECHNOLOGY

Tea Research Foundation of Central Africa (TRFCA)

POSITION: TRAINEE SCIENTIST - BIOTECHNOLOGY

Location: Blantyre

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OVERVIEW Main responsibilities and duties: Initiating and developing research proposals on various high priority areas Designing and conducting trials in biotechnology and plant breeding following appropriate scientific methods Inspecting trials /experiments, supervising and training technical support staff Preparing budgets and smart work plans for assigned research activities Collating and analyzing data for research trials using appropriate procedures and software Writing technical reports for all assigned research activities at prescribed periods Publish research results in TRFCA newsletters and recognized scientific publications Assisting in implementation of TRFCA's outreach and/or support activities Carrying out any other job as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications and Key Competences Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology or Plant Genetics from a recognized institution Proven competence and hands-on experience in molecular laboratory techniques Ability to produce smart work plans for assigned research activities Good scientific knowledge of principles of field and laboratory experimentation / research Competence and experience in use of statistical, bioinformatics and Microsoft packages Candidates shall be no older than thirty-five (35) years

TRFCA is an equal-opportunity employer and will offer competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate, commensurate with the requisite qualifications and/or relevant experience.

Interested persons meeting the stated minimum requirements must submit an application letter and detailed CV with three traceable referees, to: secretary@trfca.org

Closing date for receiving applications: 30th April 2026.