Biotech Consultant At International Potato Center

ObjectiveMolecular diagnostics of potato diseases.Molecular characterization of transgenic events by PCR, RTq-PCR, Southern blot, sequencing and bioinformatics.Validation of event specific detection in the field.Perform bio-assays using artificial infection of potato plants with local strains in the biosafety glasshouse and other biosafety approved facilities.P.infestans effector screening.DeliverablesMolecular diagnostics of potato diseases.Molecular characterization of transgenic events.Validation of event specific detection in the field.B io-assays using artificial infection of potato plants.P.infestans effector screening.Report writing and submission.Selection CriteriaBSc in Biology, Biotechnology or related field.Biology with background in disease diagnostics.At least one (1) year experience in Tissue culture preferably with roots, tubers or bananas.Advanced written and oral communication skills in English.