# Field Worker III

**Company:** [International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA)](null/companies/93EUjS8e5iiKKSYoM8FPpG.md)
**Location:** Ibadan, Nigeria
**Workplace:** on site
**Department:** NRS

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## Description

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

**Position:        Field Worker III**

**Contract:       2-years renewable contract**                                            

**Location: Ibadan**

**Closing Date: 22 September 2026**

**DUTIES**

**A.     Field Research Support**

•        Participate in cassava field establishment, crop maintenance, harvesting, and post-harvest activities under the postharvest physiological deterioration (PPD) project.

•        Support collection of agronomic, phenotypic, and PPD-related data from field trials and cassava breeding populations.

•        Monitor cassava field plots and breeding materials for crop performance and other relevant field observations.

•        Assist in the handling, transportation, and documentation of cassava research materials between the field, laboratory, and screen house.

**B.      Digital Phenotyping and Data Management**

•        Support digital capture, annotation, and quality control of cassava root images.

•        Assist in collecting, recording, organizing, cleaning, validating, and securely storing laboratory and field research data using approved digital tools

•        Maintain accurate records of research activities.

**C.      Laboratory and Tissue Culture Operations**

•        Support routine laboratory and tissue culture activities following approved protocols.

•        Assist with media preparation, labelling, sterilization, sample handling, and organization of laboratory materials and consumables.

•        Support multiplication, maintenance, and acclimatization of cassava tissue culture materials.

•        Ensure proper labelling, tracking, and storage of laboratory samples and cultures.

•        Maintain cleanliness, safety, and proper organization of laboratory workspaces and equipment.

•        Perform other related duties assigned by the Supervisor.

## Requirements

**QUALIFICATION**

SSCE/O'Level with a minimum of two (2) years’ of relevant experience in laboratory operations, field, data collection or research activities. Experience with agricultural or research-related projects will be an added advantage.

**COMPETENCIES:**

The ideal candidate must have:

·       Ability to work effectively in laboratory, screen house, and field environments.

·       Good organizational and record-keeping skills with attention to detail.

·       Basic knowledge of data collection and data management.

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word and Excel.

·       Good communication and teamwork skills

## Benefits

**REMUNERATION**

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

**METHOD OF APPLICATION**

Interested applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format to IITA website: [https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs](https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs) no later than Two Weeks from the date of this publication.

_**IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.**_