Position Responsibilities Research Design and Scientific Contribution Contribute to the design and planning of laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments.  Develop and refine methodologies for soil health and nematode assessment.  Provide scientific and analytical input to research activities and experimental protocols.  Research Implementation Participate in the implementation of field and laboratory studies.  Ensure adherence to established scientific protocols and data quality standards.  Support data collection and validation across research sites Data Analysis and Knowledge Generation Conduct statistical analyses and interpretation of nematode and soil health data using appropriate analytical tools.  Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.  Develop technical reports and other scientific outputs arising from research activities.  Research Collaboration and Capacity Building Collaborate with research partners and multidisciplinary teams in implementing project activities.  Provide scientific mentorship to postgraduate students and junior researchers where appropriate.  Contribute to the preparation of research proposals and scientific communications Scientific Dissemination Present research findings at scientific meetings, workshops, and conferences.  Contribute to technical briefs and other knowledge products relevant to the research programme.  Support dissemination of research outputs to stakeholders and collaborators. Any other duties assigned by the supervisor Requirements Educational Qualifications The candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Nematology, Soil Health, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience in field and screen house experimentation, data collection, consolidation and analysis, scientific report writing, and team management is required. Experience in managing research activities and contributing to multidisciplinary projects will be an added advantage. Core Competencies Strong knowledge of Plant Nematology and Soil Health principles. Proven ability in data collection, management, analysis, and interpretation. Excellent scientific writing and reporting skills. Effective teamwork and collaboration skills.