Exciting Career Opportunity at IITA – Research Associate
Position: Research Associate
Reference Number: IITA-TZ-2025-R4D-003-NRS-DSM
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), in collaboration with the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support the implementation of the PAFIE-BSFL Project. This initiative focuses on advancing Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) production as a sustainable protein alternative for small-scale farmers in Kenya and Tanzania.
📍 Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (Nationally Recruited Position)
Key Responsibilities
🔹 Assist technical leads in designing and executing field studies.
🔹 Oversee BSFL technology trials conducted by BSF Breeding and Chanzi Ltd in Dar es Salaam and Arusha, collecting data to evaluate performance.
🔹 Document waste feedstock streams used in BSFL production, including types, quantities, and seasonal variations.
🔹 Gather financial and economic data from BSF Breeding, Chanzi Ltd, and feed companies using BSFL in their formulations.
🔹 Supervise on-farm trials, assessing the impact of BSFL-based compound feeds and frass-derived fertilizers on crops.
🔹 Support the preparation of research ethics applications, data-sharing agreements, and project reports.
🔹 Contribute to data analysis, result interpretation, and preparation of reports, publications, and presentations.
🔹 Organize stakeholder engagement activities, including farmer mobilization, feedback sessions, and workshops.
🔹 Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
What We’re Looking For
✅ Education: Master’s degree in Livestock Sciences, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
✅ Experience: Minimum 3 years in livestock value chains, climate-smart innovations, and waste management.
✅ Professional Certification: Relevant certification is a plus.
✅ Skills:
✔ Strong analytical and organizational skills.
✔ Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
✔ Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.
✔ Proficiency in time management and multitasking.
Why Join Us?
🌱 Work with an international research team driving agricultural innovation.
📊 Contribute to a groundbreaking project that promotes sustainable feed solutions.
💡 Be part of a multidisciplinary environment with real-world impact.
How to Apply
📩 Send your application letter, CV, and copies of relevant certificates to:
✉ Email: IITA-Tanzania@cgiar.org
📍 Address:
The Country Representative, IITA-Tanzania
Plot No. 25, Mwenge-Coca-Cola Road,
Mikocheni Industrial Area,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
🔖 Important: Include the reference number (IITA-TZ-2025-R4D-003-NRS-DSM) in the subject line of your email and application letter. Applications without this reference number will not be considered.
📅 Application Deadline: Sunday, 2nd March 2025
📢 Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
🚨 IITA does NOT charge any fees for job applications.
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