Lettuce Breeding Specialist — Flexible Work & Impact

SeedQuest; Acampo (CA); On-site; USD 62,400 - 85,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive retirement savings plan

Comprehensive mental health support

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

SeedQuest is seeking a Breeding Specialist to join its Agricultural Solutions team in Acampo, CA. This role involves assisting in the development of a commercial lettuce pipeline and executing selection and data collection trials. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in horticulture or genetics and hands-on experience in field data collection. The position offers flexibility and a competitive salary range of $62,400 – $85,800.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience in plant breeding or a related discipline.
• Hands-on experience in field data collection.
• Proficiency in data management tools and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Breeder in developing a commercial lettuce pipeline.
• Conduct screening trials for evaluation and gather data.
• Present findings at meetings and coordinate material movements.

Skills

Plant breeding experience

Field data collection

Data management tools

Communication skills

Organization and time management

Education

BSc in horticulture, plant breeding, or genetics

MSc preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SeedQuest is seeking a Breeding Specialist to join its Agricultural Solutions team in Acampo, CA. This role involves assisting in the development of a commercial lettuce pipeline and executing selection and data collection trials. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in horticulture or genetics and hands-on experience in field data collection. The position offers flexibility and a competitive salary range of $62,400 – $85,800.