AgriSeedCo Nigeria Limited, a joint venture between Seed West Africa Limited (a subsidiary of Seed CO International Limited, a public listed Company incorporated in Zimbabwe and quoted on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange), a leading producer and marketer of certified seeds in Africa and Saro AgroSciences Limited a leading Nigeria Agro Input provider and marketer, this Joint venture a new entrant to the Nigeria seed industry was incorporated in Nigeria under the name AgriSeed Co Nigeria Limited in 2013.

In response to the current efforts of the Federal Government of Nigeria to boost Agricultural Productivity, create employment opportunities, enhance rural farmers income and food security, the company is at the forefront of making available high yielding disease resistant maize hybrids that is transforming the agricultural landscape and fortune of the country in conjunction with her collaborating partners.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Line Development Maize Breeder (West Africa/Tropical Lowland)

Location: Kaduna

Job Summary
In close consultation with the Seed Co West Africa (SCOWA) business unit and global maize breeding lead, the maize breeder will implement the maize breeding strategy for Tropical Lowland/ West and Central Africa. And also be called upon to support seed production, extension and marketing functions in the SBUs of the SC group across Africa.

The objectives will be achieved by generating and developing a pipeline of yellow maize inbred lines and making hybrid combinations for advancement and release in the tropical lowland environments in western and central Africa. This entails assessment of introductions, implementation of crossing plans, selection schemes and establishing the product testing network in target regions of product deployment.

Qualifications
• At least a MSc in Plant Breeding, A PhD will be an advantage; Computer literacy
• Ability to work both in a diverse research team and independently is crucial
• At least 5 years’ experience working in a maize breeding programme
• Knowledge of tropical lowland germplasm and product requirements will be an added advantage
• Data analysis and result presentation
• Communication skills are essential.

Application Closing Date
21st October, 2016

To apply; http://agronewsng.com/agro-jobs/vacancy-line-development-maize-breeder-west-africatropical-lowland-at-agriseedco-nigeria-limited/

Engineer Babatunde Adewale Odufuwa Foundation has been involved in all tiers of Tertiary education at various levels from Polytechnic, University and Professional Institutions in Nigeria. The Foundation is currently seeking exceptional and professional hands to achieve the aims and objectives of these different Institutions.

Applications are hereby invited from qualified, innovative and creative candidates to occupy vacant staff position as follows:

Job Title: Professor

Location: Any City, Nigeria

Field of Specialization: Botany

Requirements
• A Ph.D Degree with evidence of academic leadership in terms of publications, research and development (R&) and administrative experience.
• In addition, candidates must have at least 12 years of cognate experience in Full- Time teaching.
• Research active Professors who meet prescribed internationally recognized contributions will be placed on a special package.

Application Closing Date
15th November, 2016.

To apply;http://agronewsng.com/agro-jobs/vacancy-professor-botany-at-engineer-babatunde-adewale-odufuwa-foundation/