Senior Scientist – Biometrics (Research)

About the role

The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead biometrics research that supports forest governance and natural resource management. The role combines scientific leadership, project coordination, and capacity‑building across multiple countries and regions.

Key responsibilities

• Provide scientific guidance ensuring research concepts and methods meet the highest standards and reflect up‑to‑date scientific approaches.
• Collaborate with theme coordinators and CIFOR leaders to define and implement emerging research activities.
• Write, supervise and disseminate scientific publications and other communications.
• Lead and supervise project capacity‑building initiatives, mentoring junior scientists and students.
• Represent CIFOR in national, regional and global forums on forest governance.
• Develop and maintain constructive partnerships with stakeholders.
• Identify and secure additional funding for relevant research areas.
• Plan, monitor and report on research activities, including budgeting and donor reporting.

Required profile

• PhD in a relevant discipline with experience in collaborative natural‑resource management or social‑science research.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects across regions and continents.
• Successful track record in developing and managing research budgets.
• Strong publication record, especially in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated experience in resource mobilisation, fundraising and proposal development.
• Fluent spoken and written English; additional international language(s) an advantage.