Research fellow in innovation systems and local knowledge
CIRAD, 6 January 2010
CIRAD is seeking a highly qualified and motivated professional in the field of agriculture and rural development to become a full-time research fellow within the context of the EC-funded JOLISAA (Joint Learning on Innovation Systems in African Agriculture) project it coordinates. JOLISAA, an interdisciplinary project implemented by an international consortium including European and African partners, focuses on identifying, assessing and sharing lessons learnt about past and on-going experiences with innovation systems and local knowledge in three African countries. The main role of the research fellow will be to contribute to developing and applying an analytical framework to selected innovation case studies. The successful candidate will be stationed in Montpellier (France), with short-term stays in Wageningen (Netherlands), and will travel periodically to Africa over the duration of his/her tenure. The contract will have duration of 30 months. The deadline for applications is 5 February 2010. Read the position description …
