Scientific Officer-Regenerative Agri-Technology

Key skills

Agriculture

NRM

Additional/Preferred Skills

LIvelihoods

Agroforestry

Preferred Qualifications

M SC Agri with specialisation in Agronomy or related agri and allied desciplines

About ICRISAT

ICRISAT is a non-profit, non-political organisation that conducts agricultural research for development in Asia and Africa, working with partners around the world. Drylands cover about 45% of the world's land, are home to 2.3 billion people (one in three) and support 45–50% of the world's livestock. ICRISAT's vision is a prosperous, food-secure and resilient dryland tropics.

ICRISAT is headquartered in Patancheru, Hyderabad, India, with two regional hubs and eight country offices in Africa. For more information visit www.icrisat.org

Role Purpose

ICRISAT invites applications from qualified, dynamic, and motivated professionals for the position of Scientific Officer – Regenerative Agri-Technology under the Global Research Program Resilient Farming Systems (RFS). The incumbent will work closely with project leaders, scientists, Associate Managers, Research Technicians, government departments, farmer institutions and other partners. The position will support field experimentation and demonstrations, cropping systems diversification and intensification, soil and water conservation, horticulture, agroforestry, natural resource management (NRM) interventions, livelihood-oriented activities, capacity building, field data management, monitoring, reporting and scaling of proven regenerative agriculture technologies. There are 3 vacancies, and all the positions are across India.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support field implementation and monitoring of regenerative agriculture technologies and agriculture-allied interventions across assigned project locations.
• Establish and monitor on-farm trials and demonstrations on cropping systems diversification and intensification, soil and water conservation, horticulture, agroforestry and NRM interventions.
• Collect, compile and maintain agronomic, biophysico-chemical and project monitoring data, including field observations, crop-cutting and other measurements.
• Support farmer engagement, training and capacity building with farmer institutions and local communities.
• Coordinate field activities with field teams, government departments and project partners for timely implementation.
• Contribute to monitoring, technical reporting, documentation of results and preparation of case studies/success stories.
• Support validation, dissemination and scaling of proven regenerative agriculture technologies, and undertake other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Essential Qualifications:

• M.Sc. Agriculture or postgraduate degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, NRM, Agricultural Extension, Rural Development, or related agricultural/allied discipline.
• 0-5 years of relevant experience in agricultural research, field experimentation, regenerative agriculture, NRM, livelihoods, or related areas.
• Ability to analyse field data and prepare technical reports and project documentation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with ability to work with farmers, institutions, and partner organizations.
• Willingness to work and travel extensively in project locations. Desired Experience / Competencies
• Experience in livelihoods, farmer institutions, community mobilization and convergence with government programs or development partners.

Terms of Appointment

This is a contract role for 36 months (03 years). It may be renewed based on performance and the Institute’s continuing need for the position.

How to apply

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified. Shortlisting will start from 11 November 2026. All applicants should apply with their latest resume, and the names and contact information of three references that are knowledgeable about their professional qualifications and work experience. All applications will be acknowledged; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants must be nationals of the country of assignment or possess a valid work permit and legal authorization to work in the country to be eligible to apply for this position.

ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining a progressive and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether they have a disability.