IRRI Agronomist Job Thailand – Precision Agriculture Apply
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is seeking a qualified and passionate Assistant Scientist – Agronomist (Precision Agriculture) to join its Thailand office. This role is part of a pioneering climate-smart agriculture initiative aimed at transforming the Thai rice sector using digital and precision agriculture technologies. If you’re skilled in field trials, crop modeling, and sustainable agronomy, and have experience in climate-smart rice systems, this is your opportunity to contribute to global food security and climate resilience. The last date to apply is 20 June 2025.
About IRRI
The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.
Job Details:
Job Title: Assistant Scientist – Agronomist (Precision Agriculture)
Job ID: HQ01802
Location: Thailand
Closing Date: 20-Jun-2025
Job Purpose
Climate Change impacts rice production through exacerbated and more frequent climate extremes. The Assistant Scientist – Agronomist (Precision Agriculture) at IRRI will be responsible for designing, conducting, and evaluating agronomic field experiments and trials on climate change adaptation and mitigation technologies in rice-based systems. This role aims to support the implementation of climate-smart technologies in rice production, focusing on increasing adoption rates in Thailand.
Roles and Responsibilities
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Lead precision agriculture trials and digital tool implementation in rice systems
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Conduct field experiments and field evaluations of technologies like DSR and GHG reduction methods
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Train stakeholders in sustainable agronomy, data collection, and interpretation
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Contribute to the development of manuals, reports, and scientific publications
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Collaborate with public-private partners and contribute to project monitoring, reviews, and evaluations
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Provide scientific input and assist in knowledge dissemination at conferences and workshops
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s in Agronomy, Agricultural Science/Engineering, or Environmental Science with 4+ years of relevant experience
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Master’s in the same field with 1+ year of relevant experience
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Hands-on experience in digital agriculture tools, drones, sensors, soil data, GHG measurement, big data, or AI-based tools
Skills Required
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Strong skills in conducting and analyzing field trials
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Digital literacy with agri-tech tools
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Excellent communication in English (written and spoken)
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Self-motivated with minimal supervision
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Proficiency in research, report writing, and stakeholder collaboration
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