Adjunct Scientist – Dryland Crops Improvement (Part‑time)

About the role

The CIMMYT Dryland Crops Program invites early‑ or mid‑career NARS scientists from focus countries to join a research team working on sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet, groundnut or pigeon pea improvement in West or Eastern Africa on an adjunct basis.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation of CIMMYT research activities under the leadership of the host CIMMYT scientist.
• Engage the host CIMMYT scientist in relevant activities within the scientist's institutional research program.
• Develop joint research proposals and participate in scientific publications and dissemination of findings.
• Participate in strategic meetings, exchange visits, field activities, workshops and scientific conferences, subject to funding availability.
• Prepare technical reports and an exit report documenting achievements and lessons learned.

Required profile

• Active full‑time employee of a National Agricultural Research Institution in a target country.
• Institutional endorsement and support from the employer.
• PhD awarded within the last 10 years with an active research program, or MSc with 5‑10 years of demonstrated leadership in agricultural research.
• Strong scientific potential, commitment to collaborative research and good written and spoken English.

What we offer

• One‑year part‑time affiliation with CIMMYT, renewable based on performance and funding.
• Monthly gross allowance of USD 1,000 to supplement the scientist's institutional salary.
• Opportunities to collaborate on research, publications, proposal development and regional initiatives.
• Participation in scientific meetings, exchange visits and professional networking activities.
• Coverage of travel and related expenses for CIMMYT‑approved activities and appropriate health and life insurance where applicable.