Consultant (Tissue Culture Specialist)
Support potato tissue culture production and manage laboratory activities.
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Overview
Support potato tissue culture production and manage laboratory activities.
You have:
- Graduation/Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture or Related fields
- 1-2 years of Experience in working at Tissue culture lab and Nursery management in Potato or other crops
- Support potato tissue culture plantlet production in the tissue culture laboratory
- Prepare media and manage routine laboratory activities
- Supervise Apical Rooted Cutting (ARC) production for potato seed multiplication
- Coordinate and support all activities related to potato seed production
The International Potato Center (CIP) is a global, non-profit research organization that works to improve food security, nutrition, and incomes in developing countries through research and innovation in root and tuber crops—primarily potatoes and sweet potatoes.
CIP’s focus areas encompass a range of strategic priorities aimed at improving agricultural systems and livelihoods. These include crop improvement through the development of climate-resilient, high-yielding, and disease-resistant varieties of potatoes and sweet potatoes; sustainable farming by promoting environmentally friendly and resource-efficient agricultural practices; and nutrition and food systems, particularly through the use of biofortified crops. CIP also works to strengthen value chains and market access by supporting smallholder farmers in building inclusive and profitable value chains, while enhancing climate resilience by helping farming systems adapt to the impacts of climate change.
The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a motivated, hands-on expert CONSULTANT (Tissue Culture Specialist) for Bhubaneswar, Odisha Office.
Requirements
Support potato tissue culture plantlet production in the tissue culture laboratory
Prepare media and manage routine laboratory activities
Supervise Apical Rooted Cutting (ARC) production for potato seed multiplication
Coordinate and support all activities related to potato seed production
Education:
· Graduation/Diploma in Agriculture/Horticulture or Related fields
Experience:
<pre style="margin-left:36pt; text-indent:-18pt; background:white"><span style="font-size:11pt; font-family:Symbol"><span style="">·<span style="font:7pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span></span><span style="font-size:10.5pt; font-family:"Calibri", sans-serif; color:black">1-2 years of Experience in working at Tissue culture lab and Nursery management in Potato or other crops</span><span style="font-size:11pt; font-family:"Calibri", sans-serif; color:black"> </span><br></br>
Benefits
The initial contractual appointment for this role will be till July 2026. There is a high possibility of contract renewal based on project requirements and individual performance. The position will initially offer a consultancy fee of INR 25,000.
How to apply?
Visit the following link: https://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ and submit your cover letter and a full C V in English with at least three (3) professional references. Last day of application is 8th September 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Potential interview questions
| Can you explain your experience in tissue culture laboratory work? | This question assesses your direct experience and knowledge in tissue culture, which is crucial for this role. | Describe your hands-on experience, focusing on specific tasks or projects you've completed in such environments. |
| What methods do you use to ensure quality in seed production? | The interviewer wants to understand your approach to maintaining high standards in production processes. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle a situation where the laboratory results are inconsistent? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a successful project you've managed related to crop improvement. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on advancements in agricultural practices? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in nursery management and how did you overcome them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why is sustainable farming important in your field of work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks in a busy laboratory environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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