Assistant Plant Breeder: Drive Next-Gen Crops

KWS SAAT SE; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

KWS SAAT SE is seeking an Assistant Breeder (m/f/d) to support breeding activities in the United Kingdom. You will work closely with the Breeder to plan, execute, and evaluate breeding programs while contributing to innovative breeding technologies and methodologies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in horticulture or related field, and experience in plant breeding or agricultural research. Strong analytical, organizational, and data management skills are essential, along with the ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Plant Breeding, Genetics, Crop Science, or related field; Master's in Plant Breeding an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of plant breeding principles, genetics, and horticultural practices.
• Initial professional experience in plant breeding or agricultural research.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with data management systems, databases, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Breeder in optimizing breeding strategies and implementing innovative technologies and breeding methods.
• Plan, execute, evaluate, and document breeding trials in accordance with breeding objectives and procedures.
• Analyze and interpret trial results and contribute to breeding decisions and program recommendations.
• Assist in developing short-term breeding plans and preparing reports to support divisional and corporate decision-making.
• Coordinate the multiplication and maintenance of basic stock seed in collaboration with Production and Stock Seed teams.
• Maintain accurate breeding records and support the implementation of new breeding and data management systems.
• Coordinate breeding activities with technical assistants and crop technicians and provide technical guidance where required.
• Monitor market developments and contribute to translating market needs into breeding objectives.
• Act as a key partner to the Breeder and support the continuity of breeding activities when required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Data management

MS Office

Plant breeding

Genetics

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

KWS SAAT SE is seeking an Assistant Breeder (m/f/d) to support breeding activities in the United Kingdom. You will work closely with the Breeder to plan, execute, and evaluate breeding programs while contributing to innovative breeding technologies and methodologies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in horticulture or related field, and experience in plant breeding or agricultural research. Strong analytical, organizational, and data management skills are essential, along with the ability