EMEA R&D Projects Coordinator: Genetics & Plant Breeding

SAKATA Vegetables Europe S.A.S.; Almería; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sakata Vegetables Europe S.A.S. is seeking an experienced EMEA R&D Projects Coordinator to drive cross‑regional research collaborations, funding applications and IP coordination.

You will report to the Head of Laboratories for EMEA and collaborate with Research, Legal, and Finance teams in Spain, France or South Africa. Ideal candidates hold an MSc with 5 years in genetics or plant breeding (PhD preferred), plus strong project management, communication and regulatory interpretation skills, with

Qualifications

• M.Sc with 5 years’ experience or PhD in genetics or plant breeding.
• Strong project management skills and ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Solid analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate research projects with external partners across the EMEA region.
• Identify and manage collaborative projects with private and public institutions.
• Contribute to design of collaborative projects and manage funding applications.
• Coordinate and monitor approved projects and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Administer national funding and tax incentive schemes and IP matters.
• Prepare technical reports and coordinate IP preparation and filings with Legal.
• Organize arbitration/negotiations with the Legal Department.
• Ensure documentation meets deadlines and compliance requirements.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Regulatory interpretation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

M.Sc in genetics or plant breeding

PhD (preferred) in genetics or plant breeding

Job description

Sakata Vegetables Europe S.A.S. is seeking an experienced EMEA R&D Projects Coordinator to drive cross‑regional research collaborations, funding applications and IP coordination.

You will report to the Head of Laboratories for EMEA and collaborate with Research, Legal, and Finance teams in Spain, France or South Africa. Ideal candidates hold an MSc with 5 years in genetics or plant breeding (PhD preferred), plus strong project management, communication and regulatory interpretation skills, with