POSTDOCTORAL/RESEARCH FELLOW - FOOD & NUTRITIONAL AGRIBUSINESS IN EMERGING VALUE CHAINS (10-155)

THE INTERNATIONAL FOOD POLICY RESEARCH INSTITUTE - (10-155)
POSTDOCTORAL/RESEARCH FELLOW - FOOD & NUTRITIONAL AGRIBUSINESS IN EMERGING VALUE CHAINS (10-155)
Job Summary
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) seeks a qualified candidate to serve as a Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) or Research Fellow (RF) for a two (2) year, fixed term, renewable, exempt appointment for its office in New Delhi. This position is based at IFPRI -New Delhi located in India but would involve travel to any of the countries in which IFPRI carries out its research. The final grade level will be determined by demonstrated experience and track record of publications. Please note that Postdoctoral Fellow appointments at IFPRI have a maximum term of three (3) years, inclusive of any approved appointment extensions.
The PDF/RF will work on the issues related to agribusiness in emerging modern value chains, especially those in fruits and vegetables, animal products, poultry, fishery and other high-value agricultural sectors. The PDF/RF will be responsible for developing projects related to the study of changing food systems in Asia, with focus on South and south-east Asia. The PDF/RF will study the implications of such fast changing food systems on small farmers and women, and other poor households, and designing policies that can help them to exploit these emerging opportunities. The work will involve developing a clear conceptual framework for understanding possible channels of impact, organizing field research in the region (including farm surveys and interviews with various participants in the food marketing channel), data analysis, preparation of research reports and dissemination of the results of policy makers and other stakeholders in the region.
Essential Duties:
Specific duties include but are not limited to:
Developing and conducting research and analysis related to agribusiness in modern value chains, especially those in fruits and vegetables, animal products, poultry, fishery and other high-value agricultural sectors with focus on South and south-east Asian countries.
Developing work plans and coordinating particular research activities with other colleagues and stakeholders.
Maintaining a high level of research output for publication outlets both within IFPRI, and for peer-reviewed journals within the wider scientific community, on topics of close relevance to the work of the New Delhi office.
Creating linkages to possible external collaborators and research groups, when possible to further IFPRI's work.
Communicating research to a broad spectrum of stakeholders (researchers, academicians, policy makers, local partners). " Assisting in development and monitoring of a project budget. " Assisting in reporting on program/project activities.
May assist in supervising or coordinating the work of Research support staff.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Agriculture Business, Business Administration, Economics, Agricultural Economics, or related field
Strong capabilities in quantitative analysis.
Ability to use economic theory in innovative and policy relevant ways.
Strong academic publications record
Experience in guiding surveys to collect and analyze primary data
Ability to travel extensively " Strong communication skills in written and spoken English.
Ability to raise funds for research.
Preferred Qualification:
Work experience in Asia, especially South Asia.
Language skills relevant for work in the region.
Previous experience carrying out research on contract farming, food processing and super markets in developing countries.
IFPRI is one of the international agricultural research institutes organized under the umbrella of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). The mandate of IFPRI is to identify and analyze alternative national and international strategies and policies for meeting world food needs in ways that conserve the natural resource base, with emphasis on low income and on the poorer groups in the countries.
IFPRI offers a multicultural, collegial research environment with competitive salary and excellent benefits. IFPRI is an international and equal opportunity organization and believes that diversity of its staff contributes to excellence. We encourage women and developing country professionals to apply.
TO APPLY:
Go to www.ifpri.org . Click on "Careers" and "Research Positions" to link you to Position -10-155 - Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Fellow. Please complete on-line application, including a complete curriculum vitae and a detailed letter of interest. Also complete section providing 3 references.
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