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Agricultural Economist Scientist or Associate Scientist

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) seeks two well qualified agricultural economists to join our

international team of scientists working on improving the livelihoods of maize and wheat farmers in the developing world. As amember of the CIMMYT Socioeconomics Program and in collaboration with public, private, local and international partners, we

want you to create new opportunities for resource-poor farmers, help us and decision-makers to understand the key constraints to

agricultural development, and translate your vision into a productive and exciting research agenda.

Rooted in a strong culture of high-quality agricultural economics and social science research, the CIMMYT Socioeconomics

Program has a team of qualified and motivated scientists operating in different regions and working closely with biophysical

scientists. You will be based at CIMMYT head quarters in Mexico and work in the Latin American region (mainly Central America

and Mexico).

Primary research objectives include:

Applied and strategic socioeconomics research for improving the productivity and market competitiveness of farmers in low-income countries and

reducing their vulnerability to climate change and other shocks.

Analysis of agricultural transformation, productivity change, resource use, sustainability and the drivers of change in maize- and wheat-based

farming systems for improved priority stetting of agricultural research for development.

Understanding the determinants of technology adoption, impact pathways, and differential outcomes on poverty, gender, and food security for

targeting technology and policy interventions.

Alternative strategies for enhancing farmer access to and use of available technologies, and better markets for surplus produce, improved seed,

fertilizer, and other inputs.

Your job will require that you:

Publish and communicate research results through journals, policy briefs, general interest outlets, and the media.

Develop concept notes and proposals in strategic research areas.

Work and interact with partners from universities, national and international research systems, policy makers and donors.

Contribute to the capacity building of partners in national agricultural research systems.

Participate in center-wide and program strategy development and priority setting.

We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:

PhD in Agricultural Economics or related disciplines. Relevant postdoctoral experience of at least 5 years (scientist) or 3 years (associate scientist).

Demonstrated contributions to applied agricultural economics through publications in international peer-reviewed journals.

An effective innovative and energetic team player with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural environment which may involve

extensive travel.

Desirably, experience in combining applied quantitative agricultural economics with qualitative methods; survey design and analysis; impact

assessment; and a good understanding of the challenges of agricultural transformation and poverty.

Experience in project development and management.

Excellent English communication and writing skills. Knowledge of Spanish will be an advantage.

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CIMMYT is an internationally funded, non-profit research and training organization affiliated with the Consultative Group on

International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and has an annual budget of approximately US$50 million. CIMMYTs mission is to

reduce poverty and enhance food security in the developing world by increasing the productivity, profitability, and sustainability of

maize and wheat-based agricultural systems while protecting the natural resource base. The Center is a global leader in scientific

research and training related to maize and wheat, and in biotechnology, socio-economics, and natural resource management

research. These activities are conducted in partnership with national agricultural research systems, non-governmental

organizations, and advanced research institutions, both public and private, in globally focused projects and programs. CIMMYT

employs about 600 permanent staff from over 40 nationalities and operates through decentralized partnership, with staff in 15

countries and projects and networks in many more.

The positions are for an initial fixed-term contract of 3 years, after which further employment is subject to performance and

availability of funds. CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package paid in US dollars, with a range of benefits including

housing allowance, life and health insurance, education allowance (to Grade 12), home leave, retirement fund, and relocation

shipping assistance.

CIMMYT is an equal-opportunity employer and strives for staff diversity in gender and nationality.

Please send your letter of application outlining motivation, date of availability and competencies and experiences for the position

accompanied by a detailed CV/Resume (including contact information, nationality, family status, date of birth) and the names and

addresses (including phone/e-mail) of three referees. The position is open until filled.

Contact: Dr Bekele Shiferaw, Director, Socioeconomics Program b.shiferaw@cgiar.org

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