ATSAF Job News - 02.2008


January 23, 2008.  

1. wiss. Mitarbeiters/-in (E 13 TV-L), Fakultät Forst-, Geo- und Hydrowissenschaften

2. Post-Doc candidate: Economic dynamics and social equilibrium in rural China, sub-project

"Resource-saving enterprise development"

3. KIT, Amsterdam: Advisor on Rural Innovation

4. Maize Geneticist and Genetic Resources Enhancer Position

5. Wiss. Mitarbeitern/in (BAT IIa), Uni Kassel

6. Uni Vermont (USA) Chair in Animal Science

7. Uni Hohenheim: Post Doc in Crop Water Stress Management

 

 

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1.

Fakultät Forst-, Geo- und Hydrowissenschaften

An der Fachrichtung Forstwissenschaften, Institut für Internationale Forst- und

Holzwirtschaft,

ist an der Professur für Tropische Forstwirtschaft ab 01.04.2008 die Stelle eines/einer

wiss. Mitarbeiters/-in (E 13 TV-L)

zunächst befristet auf 3 Jahre zu besetzen. Die Möglichkeit der Verlängerung besteht. Die

Beschäftigungsdauer richtet sich nach dem WissZeitVG.

Aufgaben: Management der Landnutzung in den Tropen und Subtropen; Durchführung des

englischsprachigen Masterstudiengangs "Tropical Forestry and Management" unter Leitung

der Professur für Tropische Forstwirtschaft; Koordination im Erasmus-Mundus-Studiengang

SUTROFOR (Sustainable Tropical Forestry); Beteiligung an Aquisition und Betreuung von

Forschungsprojekten in Tropenländern.

Voraussetzungen: Promotion in Forstwissenschaften oder angrenzenden Fachdisziplinen;

Erfahrungen in den Tropen/Subtropen; fundierte Kenntnisse und methodisches Wissen in

folgenden Fachgebieten: Analyse und Entwicklung von forstlichen und agroforstlichen

Betriebssystemen

in den Tropen und Subtropen und Integriertes Management der Landnutzung auf

lokalen und übergeordneten räumlichen Ebenen mit dem Schwerpunkt Wald/Gehölze.

Frauen sind ausdrücklich zur Bewerbung aufgefordert. Selbiges gilt auch für behinderte

Menschen.

Ihre Bewerbungen senden Sie bitte mit den üblichen Unterlagen und einem ergänzenden

Schreiben, in dem Sie Ihre Motivation zur Bewerbung erläutern, zusammen mit einem

frankierten

und adressierten Rückumschlag bis zum 31.01.2008 (es gilt der Poststempel der ZPS der

TU

Dresden) an: TU Dresden, Fakultät Forst-, Geo- und Hydrowissenschaften, Fachrichtung

Forstwissenschaften, Institut für Internationale Forst- und Holzwirtschaft, Professur für

Tropische Forstwirtschaft, Herrn Prof. Dr. J. Pretzsch, Postfach 1117, 01735 Tharandt.

 

 

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2.

Post-Doc candidate: Economic dynamics and social equilibrium in rural China, sub-project

"Resource-saving enterprise development"

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral researcher to work at the Leibniz Institute of

Agricultural Development in Central and Eastern Europe (IAMO) on a project investigating

the determinants and dynamics of farmers' decision-making in rural municipalities in China.

The post is associated with the IAMO International Research Group "Economic dynamics

and social equilibrium in rural China", which aims at a comprehensive and coordinated

analysis of the dynamics of agricultural development, and socio-economic and ecological

processes in China's rural areas to overcome main development deficits. The following

people and institutions, who are international leaders in this field, collaborate within the

research group: Center for Chinese Agricultural Policy, CCAP, China (Prof. Jikun Huang),

Center for Agricultural and Rural Development, CARD, China (Prof. Zuhui Huang), World

Bank, Beijing, China (Dr Achim Fock), Stanford University, USA (Prof. Scott Rozelle), Ohio

State University, USA (Prof. Belton Fleischer), Licos Center for Transition Economics,

Belgium (Prof. Johann Swinnen), Cemagref, France (Dr Guillaume Deffuant).

Currently, funding is available until December 31, 2010. Extension for an additional year is

dependent on continued financing.

The post will involve analysing and conceptualising the dynamics of rural households at the

municipality level in one or two Chinese provinces, in order to understand how decision-

making and important drivers (social networks, political framework conditions, and ecological

pressures) interact. The post involves developing an agentbased modelling framework on

social-ecological dynamics together with a group of researchers working in the field of

agricultural economics, complexity sciences, and landuse sciences. The modelling

framework shall be tested and validated in interaction with stakeholders in collaboration with

our local partners in China. The successful candidate should have some experiences in

developing and applying participatory research approaches (e.g. role-playing games),

preferably coupled with modelling. An interest in complex systems and agent-based social

simulation is essential. Programming skills are highly welcome. A PhD in a quantitative social

science, agricultural economics, environmental sciences, behavioural sciences, or computer

science is required. Experiences in working within an international research environment are

expected. Previous experience with China is highly appreciated. Highly effective writing and

oral communication skills in English or German is required; knowledge of Chinese will be a

plus.

The post will be located in Halle (Saale), Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, at the Leibniz Institute of

Agricultural Development in Central and Eastern Europe (IAMO) (www.iamo.de) which is one

of the leading public research institutions on transition economies. The successful candidate

will have the opportunity to do fieldwork in the Chinese research regions, and to spend some

time at partner research institutions. The institute is located in Halle (Saale), an old city with a

vibrant research and student environment. The city is very well connected to major railway

lines and to the airport Leipzig/Halle.

Salary is based on the TV-L (Ost) with social benefits valid for public servants. We regret that

we cannot refund any application expenses. We look forward to receiving applications from

women. We will employ handicapped people if they have the qualifications required.

For informal discussions about the post, contact Dr. Kathrin Happe at happe@iamo.de (Tel.

+49-345-29 28 322).

To send an application, please email Kathrin Happe or post to

Prof. Thomas Glauben

"Job offer Post-Doc China Research Group"

IAMO

Theodor-Lieser-Str. 2

06120 Halle (Saale)

Germany

Applications should include a CV, a statement of research interests, and a sample of written

work. Applicants should also arrange for two letters of recommendations.

The closing date for applications is January 31, 2008.

 

 

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3.

KIT, Amsterdam: Advisor on Rural Innovation

 

 

The Royal Tropical Institute (KIT) is an independent centre of knowledge

and expertise in the areas of international and intercultural

cooperation.

 

 

KIT Development Policy and Practice is KIT's department for international

development, specializing in health, education, social development and

gender equity, and sustainable economic development. It is a

multidisciplinary department conducting research, post-graduate education

and advisory work..

 

 

The Sustainable Economic Development team aims to improve the livelihoods

of vulnerable producers in developing countries. The primary focus is on

stimulating pro-poor growth through action research, policy advice and

training on good governance, value chain development and rural

innovation, while supporting social equity and environmental

sustainability.

 

 

Main responsibilities

 

 

The team works mainly in Sub-Saharan Africa at the national and

sub-national level on issues related to strengthening agricultural

research and advisory services and creating an enabling environment for

rural innovation, with a particular focus on institutional change.

 

 

The advisor on rural innovation will work on the institutional dimension

of innovation. Responsibilities include facilitating multi-stakeholder

processes, strengthening the role of farmer organizations, analysing the

role of the private sector, carrying out capacity building, and doing

research on stakeholder-driven funding mechanisms for innovation. In

these areas, the candidate is expected to:

 

 

* Conduct action-research and supervise case studies with local partners;

review and edit available material and prepare it for publication

* Develop methodologies, tools and training material and conduct

short-term training workshops to strengthen capacity in rural innovation

* Design and facilitate learning and coaching trajectories to strengthen

the capacity of actors in rural innovation * Facilitate institutional

change for innovation, enhance rural livelihood systems, and improve

research and advisory services * Contribute to writing project proposals;

liaise with financiers and partners to support project acquisition

* Conduct short-term advisory missions

 

 

Additional Information

 

 

The initial appointment is for one year, but is subject to renewal. We

are keen to further internationalize our team and particularly encourage

international candidates to apply.

 

 

We ask

 

 

* MSc degree in social sciences or a related field. A PhD is an

advantage. * Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder processes and

agricultural innovation systems * Minimal six years of professional

experience in developing countries in general and Africa in particular

* Excellent skills in facilitation, training, advisory work and

intercultural communication * Excellent writing and editing skills

* Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written English.

Knowledge of French or Spanish is an advantage. * Ability to work

independently and in multicultural teams. Willingness to travel.

 

 

We offer

 

 

KIT is based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands and offers a stimulating work

environment in a renowned institute. The salary, based on age,

qualifications and experience, is between EUR 3,138 and EUR 4,902 gross

per month for a 38-hour working week. In addition, there is an 8% holiday

allowance and admission to the KIT pension fund (ABP). Average working

hours per week can be negotiated. For applicants from abroad, there is

the possibility of a 30% tax reduction, a temporary housing allowance and

a moving allowance. The document International Staff at KIT is on request

available.

 

 

Information

 

 

For further information about this position, please contact Dr B. de

Steenhuijsen Piters, Head of Sustainable Economic Development, tel.

0031 (0)20 5688 285 or by e-mail:

b.d.steenhuijsen.piters@kit.nl. General information about KIT and its

departments can be found on: www.kit.nl <http://www.kit.nl/> .

 

 

Applications

 

 

Written applications specifying abilities and interest for this position,

including a curriculum vitae and references, should be submitted - before

15 February, 2008- to KIT, Personnel, Organization & Information, attn.:

Mrs. E.L. Wilmer, PO Box 95001, 1090 HA Amsterdam, the Netherlands or by

e-mail: jobvacancies@kit.nl <mailto:jobvacancies@kit.nl> . Acquisition

based on this announcement is not appreciated.

 

 

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4.

Maize Geneticist and Genetic Resources Enhancer Position

 

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), a non-profit research,

breeding and training organization, is seeking innovative, self-motivated, scientifically

outstanding candidates for the position of `maize geneticist and genetic resources enhancer´.

The position will be based at CIMMYT´s main campus located 45 km northeast of Mexico

City (Mexico) and will be initially for three years, with definitive opportunities for continuation

depending on performance. The position will be appointed at a level appropriate to the

experience of the selected candidate and will report to the Head of Maize Genetic Resources

Conservation and Enhancement within the Genetics Resources and Enhancement Unit

(GREU).

 

More detailed descriptions of the position is posted on CIMMYT website:

www.cimmyt.org/english/wps/jobs/mz_genetEnhancer.htm

 

We would highly appreciate your assistance in sharing this information to anyone who might

be interested and qualified for the position.

 

 

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5.

Wiss. Mitarbeitern/in (BAT IIa)

 

 

Folgende Stelle ist zu besetzen:

Im Fachbereich Ökologische Agrarwissenschaften, Fachgebiet Agrar- und

Lebensmittelmarketing

(Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hamm) zum 01.04.2008 oder später

Stellen-Nr.: 21010501

 

Kennziffer: 9512

 

 

halbtags, befristet für zunächst 2 Jahre mit der Möglichkeit der Verlängerung um weitere 2

Jahre (Qualifikationsstelle gem. § 77 HHG i.V.m. § 2 Abs. 1 Satz 1 WissZeitVG;

Promotionsmöglichkeit). Bei erfolgreicher Drittmitteleinwerbung besteht die Möglichkeit der

Aufstockung der Stelle auf ganztags.

 

 

Aufgaben: Dienstleistungen in Forschung und Lehre im Bereich

Agrarmarketing/Agrarmarktlehre; Mitbetreuung von Master- und Bachelorarbeiten sowie

eigenständige Bearbeitung eines Forschungsthemas.

 

 

Voraussetzungen: Abgeschlossenes Universitätsstudium (Diplom oder MSc) der

Agrarwissenschaften mit Schwerpunkt Agrarökonomie oder Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit

Schwerpunkt Marketing/Marktforschung und Grundkenntnissen im Agrarbereich; sicherer

Umgang mit statistischen Datenanalysen und Anwenderprogrammen (SPSS);

selbstständige, gründliche und kooperative Arbeitsweise; sehr gute Ausdrucksfähigkeit in

Wort und Schrift in deutscher und englischer Sprache.

 

 

Rückfragen können an Prof. Dr. U. Hamm gerichtet werden, Tel.: 05542/981285, E-mail:

hamm@uni-kassel.de ; nähere Angaben auch unter: www.uni-kassel.de/agrar/alm

 

 

Bewerbungsfrist: 15.02.2008

 

 

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6.

Uni Vermont (USA) Chair in Animal Science

 

 

Categories: Department Head/Chair

Academic Field(s): Animal Science

Department of Animal Science

University of Vermont

Burlington, VT

Date Posted: Jan. 11th, 2008

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Position

Start Date: Available Immediately

agriculture.AcademicKeys.com/redirect.php

 

 

Virginia Tech (USA) - Assistant Professor in Agricultural and Extension Education

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA

Date Posted: Jan. 4th, 2008

agriculture.AcademicKeys.com/redirect.php

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Auburn University (USA) - Assistant/Associate Professor in Animal Science

Department of Animal Science

Auburn University

Auburn, AL

Date Posted: Dec. 24th, 2007

agriculture.AcademicKeys.com/redirect.php

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7.

Uni Hohenheim: Post Doc in Crop Water Stress Management

 

 

The department of Crop Water Stress Management of the Institute of Crop Production and

Agroecology in the Tropics and Subtropics of the Agricultural Faculty of the University of

Hohenheim urgently seeks to fill a PostDoc position (50% TVÖL 13-3) for the duration of

three years. The PostDoc will coordinate the activities of a BMZ funded project titled

"Developing rice and sorghum crop adaptation strategies for climate change in vulnerable

environments in Africa - RISOCAS" The position will involve intensive traveling to all three

project locations in Subsaharan Africa, coordination of the research activities including 4 PhD

students, and the maintenance of the project website. The PostDoc will be supported by an

experienced team of senior scientists from the University of Hohenheim, CIRAD in

Montpellier and The Africa Rice Center in Benin.

The person we are looking for is immediately available, holds a PhD in Agricultural Sciences

or related fields, has experience in large collaborative projects, is open minded, a good team

player and speaks French. Experience in cereal based systems research (in Africa) is an

advantage as well as exposure to crop simulation modeling.

Individual scientific interests are welcome and will be promoted by a highly dynamic research

environment.

Applicants should send an motivation letter, a curriculum vitae, names and contact details of

two references, and copies of the relevant documents to Prof. Dr. Folkard Asch, University of

Hohenheim, Institute of Crop Production and Agroecology in the Tropics and Subtropics,

Garbenstr. 13 70599 Stuttgart, Germany. The applications are welcome immediately until the

position is filled.



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