Group Lead (m/f/d) for Quantitative Genetics and Biostatistics

KWS; Einbeck; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company is searching for a Group Leader for Quantitative Genetics and Biostatistics in Einbeck. In this role, you will advance breeding strategies for sugar beet and cereals, lead an interdisciplinary team, and innovate in predictive breeding and data analysis. Candidates should have a relevant academic background, several years of experience in plant breeding, and strong leadership skills.

Leistungen

Excellent work equipment

Company pension scheme

Childcare allowance

Job bike

Qualifikationen

• University degree (Master or PhD) with focus on plant breeding and quantitative genetics.
• Several years of professional experience in plant breeding or quantitative genetics.
• Strong proficiency in R; knowledge of other languages (Python, Bash) is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead and develop an interdisciplinary team within a matrix organization.
• Implement innovative approaches in predictive breeding and data analysis.
• Collaborate with breeders to optimize breeding schemes and pilot projects.

Kenntnisse

Data Management

Workflow Design

Team Leadership

Communication

Technical Proficiency in R

Ausbildung

Master or PhD in Agricultural Sciences or Data Sciences

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Posted:

23.06.2025

Expiry Date:

07.08.2025

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Job Description:

As Group Leader (m/f/d) for Quantitative Genetics and Biostatistics in the Breeding Technology Application Team for sugar beet and cereals, you will play a key role in advancing our breeding strategies. Your main responsibility will be to translate KWS objectives into an effective strategy and structure for the Quantitative Genetics and Biostatistics group.

This full-time, permanent position is to be filled by July 1, 2025, in Einbeck (Lower Saxony, Germany).

Your Responsibilities – What You Can Expect:

• Develop and implement innovative approaches in predictive breeding, selection theory, simulations, and data analysis to support breeding decisions and processes
• Lead and further develop an interdisciplinary team within a matrix organization – ensuring close alignment with breeding programs while fostering deep expertise
• Collaborate closely with breeders to optimize breeding schemes, conduct pilot projects, and implement tailored solutions
• Drive the methodological advancement in quantitative genetics, leveraging synergies across different crops
• Actively contribute to strategic topics within the Breeding Technology Leadership Team

Your Profile – What You Bring:

• University degree (Master or PhD) in agricultural sciences, data sciences, or a related field with a focus on plant breeding and quantitative genetics
• Several years of professional experience in a relevant field, ideally in plant breeding, quantitative genetics, or applied data analysis in agricultural science
• Solid experience in data management, workflow design, and documentation
• Strong proficiency in R; other command-line languages (e.g., Python, Bash) are a plus
• Proven experience in leading teams or projects, preferably in a scientific or technological environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members, and make clear decisions
• Visionary mindset with the ambition to fully harness the potential of data-driven breeding and genomic prediction
• Team-oriented, excellent communication skills (English required; German or other languages are an advantage), and a collaborative leadership style

Start your future with us! What we offer to help you grow:

• As a family-run company we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, foresight and independence - this culture is lived in practice creating thus an open and friendly working atmosphere.
• True to our motto Make yourself grow, we support employees’ professional and personal development.
• We offer excellent work equipment (e.g., ergonomic workstations, several monitors, air conditioning, high-end technical equipment, the newest laboratory equipment), a fully-fledged, subsidized canteen and sufficient free parking spaces at the KWS location.
• We create the appropriate framework conditions for you: a company pension scheme, capital formation benefits, Christmas and holiday bonuses, special prices for company shares, childcare allowance and a job bike.