Consultant - Plant Pathology

Objective

• Field Sampling of potato plant materials infected with late blight
• Isolation of pure cultures of Phytophthora infestans
• Molecular characterization using SSR markers and amplicon sequencing
• Fungicide sensitivity assays

Deliverables

• Field Sampling of potato plant materials infected with late blight
• Isolation of pure culture of Phytophthora infestans
• Molecular characterization using SSR markers and amplicon sequencing
• Sensitivity test of isolates on resistance to fungicides

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree in Plant pathology or molecular biology with background in plant pathology
• At least 1 year of experience.
• Experience in molecular plant pathology preferably with roots, tubers, or bananas.
• Highly proficient in English (both spoken and written).