51 Job Vacancies at National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) – Uganda

Available Job Vacancies at NARO

• Senior Research Officer – Entomology
• Research Officer – Agronomy (5 Positions)
• Research Officer – Plant Breeding (3 Positions)
• Research Officer – Plant Pathology (2 Positions)
• Research Officer – Animal Production
• Research Officer – Livestock Scientist
• Research Officer – Animal Health (Veterinary Care)
• Research Officer – Biochemistry
• Research Officer – Fish Breeding
• Research Officer – Water Quality Management
• Research Officer – Nematology
• Research Officer – Plant Physiologist
• Research Officer – Farm Structures & Biosystems Engineering
• Research Officer – Farm Production and Machinery Engineering
• Research Officer – Farm Structures and Storage Engineering

Technology, Innovation and Intellectual Property Positions

• Principal Artificial Intelligence Officer – Database & Systems Development
• Intellectual Property Management Officer – Technology Promotion
• Principal Information Technology Officer – Information Technology
• Information Technology Officer

Assistant Research Officer Positions

• Assistant Research Officer – Farm Structures & Biosystems Engineering
• Assistant Research Officer – Agro-meteorology & Climate Modelling
• Assistant Research Officer – Weed & Herbicide Science
• Assistant Research Officer – Plant Physiology
• Assistant Research Officer – Toxicology & Pesticide Science
• Assistant Research Officer – Animal Genomics & Biotechnology
• Assistant Research Officer – Animal Reproductive Physiology
• Assistant Research Officer – Forage Breeding & Agronomy

Research Assistant Positions

• Research Assistant – Fish Genetics
• Research Assistant – Fish Biotechnology

Technical Positions

• Technician – Agrometeorology
• Technician – Aquaculture
• Technician – Tissue Culture (2 Positions)
• Technician – Mechanical Engineering
• Technician – Agroforestry
• Technician – Animal Breeding
• Technician – Agronomy (3 Positions)
• Technician – Pathology (2 Positions)

Other Administrative and Support Positions

• Records Officer – Archives & Information Management
• Procurement Officer
• Tractor Operator

Contract Duration

Key Areas of Expertise Required

• Agricultural research and innovation
• Crop science and plant breeding
• Animal production and veterinary sciences
• Fisheries and aquaculture
• Biotechnology and genetics
• Climate modelling and agro-meteorology
• Agricultural engineering
• Information technology and systems development
• Artificial intelligence and database management
• Procurement and supply chain management
• Records and information management

General Requirements

• Strong technical and professional knowledge.
• Ability to conduct research and deliver results.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NARO website:
   National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO)
2. Download NARO Application Form 2.
3. Complete the form in triplicate.
4. Attach:
   • Recent passport-size photograph
   • Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
   • Copies of academic certificates
   • Testimonials
5. Quote the reference number of the position applied for on the top-left corner of the application envelope.

Application Deadline

Submission Address

Important Notes

• Only applications responding to this advertisement and submitted within the deadline will be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through the provided telephone numbers, emails, and the NARO website.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of academic qualifications.

Interview Preparation Tips for NARO Applicants

• Their technical expertise and research experience.
• Previous projects, publications, or innovations.
• Knowledge of Uganda’s agricultural sector.
• Data analysis and research methodologies.
• Problem-solving approaches.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Practical contributions they can make to agricultural development.