IRRI - International Rice Research Institute · Los Baños, Philippines, Philippines
The Assistant Scientist for Agricultural and Development Economics at IRRI will provide advanced analytics and economic interpretation to support global food systems. This role involves maintaining data pipelines, conducting fieldwork, and developing AI-enabled research tools. The candidate will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and assist in preparing scientific materials. The position is based in Los Baños, Philippines, and is open only to permanent citizens of the Philippines.
About the Role
Working at the intersection of data science and agricultural economics, you will support IRRI’s mission to improve global food security through innovation. You will contribute to the development of AI-driven tools, manage data pipelines, and conduct fieldwork to gather critical insights on global commodity markets and food systems.
What You Will Do
Maintain and enhance data pipelines for agricultural and economic analysis.
Conduct fieldwork including consumer surveys and data collection in target regions.
Develop and implement AI-enabled research tools to support decision-making.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to produce scientific materials and reports.
Support the Global Market Intelligence Platform (GloMIP) to improve its functionality and data accuracy.
Contribute to research on climate change, nutrition, and food systems with a focus on rice and other key commodities.
Ensure data integrity and compliance with IRRI’s research standards.
What We Are Looking For
Master’s degree or equivalent in agricultural economics, data science, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in agricultural and environmental economics research.
Strong background in agricultural and development economics.
Up-to-date knowledge of climate change, nutrients, health, forecasting, and labor dynamics.
Strong knowledge in food and nutrition, specifically Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and biofortification.
Familiarity with rice and other key global commodities (cassava, wheat, maize, etc.).
Experience conducting agricultural surveys using structured questionnaires.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Proficiency in R (tidyverse, shiny) and Python is preferred.
If you are passionate about global food systems and data-driven solutions, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact at IRRI. Apply today to join our mission to transform agriculture for a more resilient and equitable future.