Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Crop Breeding and Genetic Improvement - [Ref#164/57/1 I L1]

The successful candidate must possess Ph.D. in Crop or Plant Science with an emphasis in Crop Breeding and Genetics or any closely related field.

Candidates should also possess: 

• At least three (3) years of teaching experience at a recognized tertiary institution/university

• Substantial record of research and publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals

• Proficiency in molecular biology, bioinformatics and biotechnology techniques

• Competency in plant genetics, crop breeding principles and plant biotechnology with particular focus on the application of these subjects to solving real life problems which are commonly faced in Agriculture 

Candidates with the following would have an advantage: 

• B.Sc. in Agriculture, Biology or relevant fields

• Experience in the successful supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students

• Experience in breeding of plants as well as scientific papers prepared for publication

• Knowledge and experience in the use of PCR techniques

• Expertise in the use of multi-omics databases, bioinformatics, data analysis and statistics applications

• Capacity to secure research funding and manage research projects

Candidates with the following would be considered assets: 

• Advanced level training in Biotechnology

• Certificate in university teaching and learning

• Experience in revision of existing curriculum or development of new curriculum to keep abreast of development and innovation in the area of expertise

• Effective communication with students or advisory committee on basic statistical methods and interpretation of experimental results

Special Responsbilities 

• Teaching courses at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels in Crop Breeding and Genetics

• Supervising graduate students at the MSc, MPhil and PhD levels in the area of expertise

• Providing support for revision of existing curriculum to keep abreast of development and innovation in the area of expertise

• Providing support to students and staff on laboratory based and research proposals and scientific papers prepared for publication

• Developing research proposals in the area of expertise that is relevant to regional development that will attract external funding, support the involvement of graduate and undergraduate students and allow for collaborative research with stakeholders

• Forge working relationships and meaningful engagement with internal and external stakeholders

• Assume leadership in outreach and other activities of the Department     

Personal Attributes

 The Campus places high priority on individuals of integrity who can work well in a team and student friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential. Candidates should also: 

• Be committed to excellence in teaching and have a strong interest in mentoring students

• Be self-motivated and capable of motivating others

• Be willing and able to work efficiently with people from different backgrounds

• Have a good track record of developing thematic research programmes

• Have a good history of attracting external research funding

Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via e-mail: STA-HRApplications@sta.uwi.edu. Three (3) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at http://www.sta.uwi.edu in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies section. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted. 

Deadline for receipt of applications: 2024 August 04