Agronomist for Halophyte Crop Development Full Time

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Biosaline

Full time

Job Title: Halophyte AgronomistWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced agronomist to join our team at the International Center for Biosaline Agriculture (ICBA). As a halophyte agronomist, you will play a key role in developing and leading an applied research and extension program on innovative crop and natural resources management strategies for adopting halophytic crops for food, feed, and biofuel production in salt-affected arid environments.Key Responsibilities:Plan, develop, and implement projects related to halophyte-based food, feed, fodder, and biofuel production systems in salt-affected arid regions.Conduct field experiments to optimize halophytic crop growth, seed production, and overall system performance.Innovate and optimize the use of reject brine and brackish water through integrated approaches, such as aquaculture systems combined with halophytic crops.Represent ICBA’s halophytic research at international conferences, meetings, and other forums, engaging with various stakeholders and decision makers.Develop and secure internal and external funding for projects proposals aligned with ICBA’s mandate.Analyze, synthesize, and interpret experimental data to publish findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals and reports.Contribute to ICBA’s publications, including the newsletter, extension materials, and other outreach products.Supervise and mentor associate scientists, technicians, and field workers to build research capacity within the team.Requirements:PhD in agronomy, crop science, or related field from a recognized university.Minimum 5 years’ post-PhD experience specializing in halophytic cropping systems and salinity management.Proven track record of scientific publications in high-impact, refereed journals.Demonstrated ability to lead research with minimal supervision.Fluent in written and spoken English with excellent communication and presentation skills.Team player with extensive experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

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