International
Potato Center
POSITION
ANNOUNCEMENT
Ref:
2026/04/NRS/IND/ASIA
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Agra,
Uttar Pradesh, India
The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for One
(1) Research Assistant to join its team at the CIP South Asia
Regional Center (CSARC) in Agra, India.
About CIP: CIP is part of the CGIAR global research
partnership committed to transforming food, land, and water systems into a
climate crisis. CIP’s mission is to develop and share science-based innovations
in potato, sweet potato, and other root and tuber crops. CIP partners with
organizations in over 20 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to
strengthen agri-food systems and provide economic, social, and nutritional
benefits, especially for women and youth. We integrate social and biophysical
sciences to address complex challenges in food and agriculture. For more
information, please visit https://cipotato.org/about/.
About CSARC: The CIP – South Asia Regional Center (CSARC),
Agra, serves as a key hub for agricultural research and development focused on root
and tuber crops (RCT), particularly potato and sweet potato systems in South
Asia. The center supports R&D initiatives aimed at improving crop
productivity, climate resilience, and sustainable farming practices. It
collaborates with national research institutions, government agencies, private players,
and development partners to promote innovative agricultural solutions.
About the position: The successful candidate will be based out at CSARC office
in Agra and will work in close coordination with CIP offices in the region and
headquarter in Lima, Peru. The selected candidate will be dedicated to
safeguarding potato and sweet potato systems against emerging biosecurity
threats and climate-driven pathogens. .
Requirements
Key responsibilities:
1. Research Support & Resource Planning
·Assist in the design,
execution, and monitoring of research activities and experiments.
·Help maintaining proper
documentation of methodologies, observations, and outcomes.
·Support troubleshooting
and implementation adjustments during experiments.
·Maintain organized
digital records of datasets, reports, and findings.
·Monitor requirements
for research inputs, materials, and equipment.
·Coordinate with
procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely availability.
·Track inventory and
maintain optimal stock levels for ongoing research activities.
·Support science team in
budgeting inputs related to research materials and resources.
2. Documentation & Knowledge Management
·Develop briefing notes,
background documents, and reference materials for meetings, reviews, and field
missions.
·Ensure systematic
document management using digital tools such as MS Teams, SharePoint, and
OneDrive.
·Maintain version
control and proper archival of key documents.
3. Stakeholder Coordination & Communication
·Support CSARC Director
for day-to-day office coordination and act as a liaison between the Director’s
Office, internal departments, and external partners.
·Facilitate clear and
timely communication across stakeholders.
·Support Director office
in coordination in project execution.
·Coordinate with
logistics and science teams for planning and execution in organizing internal
and external visits, meetings, and events at CSARC.
What are we looking
for?
·Bachelor's degree in science, Agriculture, or a
related field. Minimum 3 years of experience in similar roles. Experience in
potato / sweet potato research will be an added advantage.
·Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Benefits
Why should you consider this opportunity?
·CIP is a global and reputable international
organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.
·CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improving
nutrition and well-being, and gender equity for poor people in roots, tubers
farming and food systems in the developing world.
·CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global partnership
that unites international organizations engaged in research about food
security. CGIAR research aims to reduce rural poverty, increase food security,
improve human health and nutrition, and sustainable management of natural
resources.
What are we offering?
·Great career opportunities in an international
organization.
·Generous compensation packages commensurate with
experience.
·One-year term contract with the possibility of
renewal.
·Work in an equal and diverse workplace.
How to apply?
Please visit the following link: http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ to submit a full C.V. along with your
references (preferable recent supervisors). We highly encourage all
interested candidates to participate in this exciting and competitive
process. The deadline for the receipt of applications is 21st May 2026.
This position WILL NOT have contact with children or
vulnerable adults.
We look forward to receiving applications from
individuals with disabilities who are willing to contribute their talents and
skills to our team. If you require specific accommodation for the selection
process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to inform us.
Learn more about CIP by accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org
CIP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women
and professionals from developing countries are particularly encouraged to
apply.