Seed Technology Support Specialist

Takii Seed | Vegetables (EMEA); De Kwakel; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Takii Seed | Vegetables (EMEA) in De Kwakel is seeking a Seed Technology Support Specialist to advance seed technology through research, trials and practical data-driven insights. The role focuses on physiological studies, process control reviews and collaboration with stakeholders.

We require HBO-level life sciences education, strong data skills, and fluency in English and Dutch. Office 365 and basic R/Python experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• HBO-level education in life sciences or equivalent is required; analytical mindset and data skills are important.
• Experience with data, databases and statistical analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Seed Physiology Research, conducting research and trials on seed physiology and germination processes, and investigating environmental and genetic factors affecting seed performance.
• Applied Seed Technology, establishing and reviewing process controls; supporting Seed Processing in troubleshooting equipment.
• Trials and Experiments, preparing, conducting and scoring laboratory and field trials and translating protocols into practical routines.
• Data Analysis and Reporting, collecting, analysing and reporting data from trials and experiments; providing insights.
• Innovation and Technology, staying updated with seed physiology developments and improving processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• External Collaboration, maintaining relationships with external seed processing partners and laboratories.
• Compliance and Documentation, ensuring activities comply with company requirements and quality standards.

Skills

English

Dutch

Office 365

R

Python

Education

HBO-level education in life sciences

Tools

Office 365

R

Python

Job description

Seed Technology Support Specialist

Fulltime: 37,5 uur

Standplaats: De Kwakel

To be advised

What you will be doing

• Seed Physiology Research, conducting research and trials on seed physiology and germination processes. You will investigate environmental and genetic factors affecting seed performance, including seed dormancy, maturation and aging, with the aim of optimizing seed quality.
• Applied Seed Technology, establishing, maintaining and reviewing process controls and optimizing seed technology procedures. You will also support the Seed Processing department in troubleshooting equipment and finding practical solutions to technical challenges.
• Trials and Experiments, preparing, conducting and scoring laboratory and field trials, as well as analysing the results. You will contribute to translating new scientific protocols into practical, day-to-day routines.
• Data Analysis and Reporting, collecting, analysing and reporting data from trials and experiments. You will translate research results into clear insights and recommendations for internal teams and stakeholders.
• Innovation and Technology, staying up to date with developments in seed physiology and related technologies. You will identify opportunities to improve pre- and post-harvest processes, with a focus on efficiency, data accuracy and cost-effectiveness.
• External Collaboration, maintaining good working relationships with external seed processing partners and working with relevant laboratories, industry partners and other organizations.
• Compliance and Documentation, ensuring that activities and processes comply with company requirements, industry regulations and quality standards.

In short, as Seed Technology Support Specialist, you will contribute to improving seed technology and processing through a combination of scientific research, practical problem-solving and data-driven insights. Your work will help Takii continuously improve the quality, efficiency and reliability of its seed processes.

What we expect from you

You have a minimum HBO-level education in life sciences, applied plant research or an equivalent field, preferably with experience in research and development within the agricultural or horticultural sector. You have an analytical and pragmatic mindset and are comfortable working with data, databases and statistical analysis.

You can work independently as well as in a team, manage multiple projects and set the right priorities. You communicate effectively with colleagues across different departments and levels. Experience with Office 365 and statistical software such as R or Python is an advantage. You have a good command of English and Dutch.

What we do for you

Takii has gained a special reputation as a good employer. We do our utmost to create a beneficial working environment that meets the conditions for you to enjoy your job. After all, that works well for both you and Takii!

You will receive a salary that grows with you as you make your mark in the organisation. For most positions, overtime is either compensated or paid. When your job allows for it, you may work from home.

Takii naturally wants to maximise your talents. In our organisation there are plenty of opportunities for you to grow and develop yourself. And if you grow, you also get to blossom. We are always looking for future leaders and specialists at all levels in the company.

Introducing Takii

Takii is an ambitious and innovative company in vegetable and flower breeding. Takii exists to make the world a little happier. With our motto “creating tomorrow today” we consider it our mission to enrich people’s lives by breeding unique vegetable and flower varieties and producing and selling seeds.

Takii originally began as a Japanese family business. We are proud of its rich tradition. With independent branches worldwide, Takii is at home in every culture. Also, in yours.

How we do things

Takii may be characterised as an intentionally flat organisation. This means that we are all available to one another, because only together can we reach our goal. Our people are team players for whom quality, respect, and reliability come naturally. Everyone at Takii takes their responsibility and shows initiative. We consider this very important because Takii wants to be an agile customer-oriented company.