Breeder

Enza Zaden Centro de Investigación; Málaga; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Enza Zaden is seeking a Breeder to develop new pepper varieties in Málaga. The role involves planning breeding activities, executing selections, and implementing modern breeding technologies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of related experience, along with strong knowledge of plant breeding and market trends.

Formación

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in breeding.
• Thorough knowledge of modern breeding practices.
• Familiarity with various cultivation techniques.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and execute breeding projects.
• Maintain detailed records throughout breeding cycles.
• Make critical plant selections at each breeding stage.

Conocimientos

Knowledge of plant breeding

Modern breeding methods

Phytopathology

Market knowledge

Cultivation techniques

Proficiency in English

Educación

Bachelor of Science degree

Higher professional education (HBO)

Descripción del empleo

Are you ready to contribute to developing new varieties as a pepper breeder?

This is why you want to join us as a Breeder : to develop a competitive pipeline of crop varieties aligned with Enza Zaden's long-term vision, meeting internal production and sales requirements, external market needs, and bringing added value.

Your job as a Breeder

• Planning all activities of a breeding project : translating the set breeding targets into an operational breeding plan.
• Preparing all activities of a breeding project.
• Executing breeding activities : making the right plant and line selections at critical moments in the breeding cycle.
• Maintaining detailed records throughout the breeding cycles.
• Deciding to advance material to R2, planning trial productions, and screening trials.
• Handover of R3 material to Seed Production according to defined specifications and registration in the designated system (currently Varmas).
• Implementing developed technology and traits in the breeding program.

Main internal contacts

• Sales Representatives, Product Specialists - Cooperate during joint market visits to gather information on market trends and align the Enza message.
• Senior Scientist, Biotech Breeders - Stay updated with the latest technologies.
• SO and Seed Production - Handover of R3 and P2 material and producibility information.
• PAT teams - Participate as a member and provide input.
• Assistant Breeders and Breeding Technicians - Exchange knowledge and material.

What you bring as a Breeder

• Higher professional education (HBO, Bachelor).
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor of Science degree.
• Thorough knowledge of plant breeding, modern breeding methods, and phytopathology.
• Familiarity with various cultivation techniques.
• Sufficient market knowledge.
• Proficiency in English and the local language, both written and verbal.

Good to know

• An assessment is part of the application process.
• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis.
• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity, or personal characteristics.

Great Place To Grow - Breeding to feed the world, creating value for sustainable life and living.

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About Us

Our employees are the driving force of our company. Each individual contributes to creating the vegetable varieties of the future, leveraging their expertise, experience, and innovative vision. We invest in our people through personal development and advancement opportunities.

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