The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for one
(1) Data Management Intern to provide support to the Genebank Department and
work close with the Digital & Data Department in Lima, Peru.
About CIP: CIP is part
of the CGIAR global research partnership committed to transforming food, land,
and water systems in a climate crisis. CIP’s mission is to develop and share
science-based innovations in potato, sweetpotato, and other root and tuber
crops. CIP partners with organizations in over 20 countries in Africa, Asia,
and Latin America to strengthen agri-food systems and provide economic, social,
and nutritional benefits, especially for women and youth. We integrate social
and biophysical sciences to address complex challenges in food and agriculture.
For more information, please visit https://cipotato.org/about/.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the data preparation and quality assurance
required for ClP's transition from GRIN-Global to GGCE.
- Ensure CIP's genebank data meets the quality and
accessibility standards required by the Al71 Genebanks Al pipeline.
- Recover and integrate existing but uncaptured data
(field trial evaluations, genomic datasets, corporate database records) into
the genebank information system.
- Support
data cleaning, harmonization, and interoperability activities across genebank
and research datasets.
- Produce
documented, transferable work products that strengthen institutional data
management
Requirements
What are we looking for?
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree
in data engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field.
- Strong SOL skills (ability to write queries against
relational databases, understand schema structures, and perform data
validation).
- Experience with Python or R for data manipulation and
scripting.
- Familiarity with data cleaning, transformation, and
ETL processes.
- Strong documentation habits and ability to work
methodically.
- Working proficiency in English and Spanish.
- Background or coursework in bioinformatics,
agricultural science, or biological databases.
- Experience with REST APls and JSON data
formats.(preferred)
- Familiarity with NoSQL or graph databases
(future-oriented skill for the role). (preferred)
- Experience with data
visualization tools (Power Bl, Python visualization libraries). (preferred).
Benefits
Why should you consider this opportunity?
- CIP is a global and reputable international
organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.
- CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improving
nutrition and well-being, and gender equity for poor people in roots, tubers
farming and food systems in the developing world.
- CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global partnership
that unites international organizations engaged in research about food
security. CGIAR research aims to reduce rural poverty, increase food security,
improve human health and nutrition, and sustainable management of natural
resources.
What are we offering?
- CIP provides the opportunity to work in a
prestigious international organization.
- Hands-on experience working with international
genebank information systems, agricultural research data, and CGIAR digital
data workflows.
- Excellent
working environment.
- In and
out buses for different routes in Lima
- Comprehensive
insurance coverage.
- 6
months-term agreements with possibility of renewal.
- Work
in an equal and diverse workplace.
How to apply?
Please visit
the following link: http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/ to submit
your cover letter and a full C.V. along with your references (preferable
recent supervisors). Internal candidates are welcome and encouraged to
apply for this job opportunity. Nevertheless, we highly encourage all
interested candidates to participate in this exciting and competitive
process. The deadline for the receipt of applications is June 04, 2026.
This position WILL NOT have
contact with children or vulnerable adults.
We look forward to receiving
applications from individuals with disabilities who are willing to contribute
their talents and skills to our team. If you require specific accommodations
for the selection process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to inform
us.
Learn more about CIP by
accessing our web site at http://www.cipotato.org
CIP is an equal opportunity
employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are
particularly encouraged to apply.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree in data engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field.
- Strong SQL skills including writing queries against relational databases and understanding schema structures.
- Experience with Python or R for data manipulation and scripting.
- Familiarity with data cleaning, transformation, and ETL processes.
- Strong documentation skills and working methodically.
- Working proficiency in English and Spanish.
- Background or coursework in bioinformatics, agricultural science, or biological databases.
- Experience with REST APIs and JSON data formats.
- Familiarity with NoSQL or graph databases.
- Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI and Python visualization libraries.
What We Do
CGIAR is a global research partnership for a food-secure future, dedicated to transforming food, land, and water systems in a climate crisis. Its science aims to reduce poverty, enhance food and nutrition security, and improve natural resources and ecosystem services.
