Junior Plant Breeder: Onion & Shallot Seeds

Magnus Kahl Seeds; Merbein; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnus Kahl Seeds seeks an Assistant Plant Breeder to support onion and shallot breeding in the Mildura region. The role involves hands-on field, glasshouse and seed production activities, contributing to the development of improved varieties.

The successful candidate will have a degree in Agricultural Science, with interest in plant genetics and breeding. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for data-driven breeding programs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Agricultural Science with understanding of genetics & breeding principles.
• Experience or knowledge in conducting agricultural field trials is desirable.
• Knowledge of plant pathology is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist with seed sowing, transplanting, crop maintenance, data collection and bulb harvesting.
• Support breeding activities in isolation cages, including planting, pollen viability testing, data collection, and seed harvesting.
• Record, organize and manage data from breeding trials and seed production cages.
• Assist with leaf sampling from field trials and breeding cages for DNA analysis.

Skills

Plant breeding

Data collection

Field trials

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Degree in Agricultural Science

Job description

Magnus Kahl Seeds seeks an Assistant Plant Breeder to support onion and shallot breeding in the Mildura region. The role involves hands-on field, glasshouse and seed production activities, contributing to the development of improved varieties.

The successful candidate will have a degree in Agricultural Science, with interest in plant genetics and breeding. Strong teamwork and communication are essential for data-driven breeding programs.