Post‑Doc Fellow – Biometrics

About the role

The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is seeking a Post‑Doc Fellow in Biometrics to lead high‑quality research on natural resource management and social science. The role involves scientific guidance, collaboration with theme leaders, and representation of CIFOR in national and global forums.

Key responsibilities

• Provide scientific guidance ensuring research concepts and methods meet the highest standards.
• Collaborate with CIFOR theme coordinators to define and implement emerging research activities.
• Write, supervise, and disseminate scientific publications and communications.
• Lead capacity‑building initiatives and mentor junior scientists and students.
• Represent CIFOR in national, regional, and global forest governance forums.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with stakeholders and pursue additional research funding.
• 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 record of peer‑reviewed publications and successful budget management across multiple projects.
• Demonstrated experience in resource mobilisation, proposal development, and securing donor funding.
• Fluent spoken and written English; additional international language(s) advantageous.
• Experience working with multiple partners, multicultural and multidisciplinary teams in developing‑country contexts.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills, valuing information sharing and continuous improvement.