Postdoctoral Fellow – Soil Science

About the role

The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is looking for postdoctoral fellows in soil science to lead and support research projects focused on natural resource management and sustainable agriculture. The position is based in Kampala, Uganda and involves collaboration with international partners and multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities

• Provide scientific guidance ensuring research concepts and methods meet the highest scientific standards.
• Collaborate with theme coordinators and CIFOR staff to define and implement research activities in emerging interest areas.
• Write, supervise and contribute to peer‑reviewed publications and other scientific communications.
• Lead capacity‑building initiatives and mentor junior scientists, students and staff.
• Represent CIFOR in national, regional and global forums related to forest governance and soil management.
• Develop and maintain constructive partnerships with stakeholders and seek additional research funding.
• Plan, monitor and report on research activities, including budgeting and donor reporting.

Required profile

• PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., soil science, agronomy, environmental science).
• Experience in collaborative natural‑resource management or social‑science research, preferably across multiple regions.
• Proven ability to manage several projects simultaneously and develop project budgets.
• Strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated success in resource mobilization, fundraising and proposal development.
• Fluent spoken and written English; additional language skills are an advantage.
• Experience working with multiple partners and multidisciplinary teams in developing‑country contexts.