Remote Plant Breeder, Crop Genetics Expert

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Annual bonus

Stock options

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Research tools access

Global organization

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Plant Breeder with a PhD in Plant Breeding or a related field to lead advanced breeding in crops. The role emphasizes quantitative genetics, MAS/GS, and genomic data analysis, with collaboration across international teams and time zones.

You will design experiments, manage germplasm, and contribute to publications while enjoying a fully remote setup, competitive compensation with bonuses and stock options, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• PhD in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Crop Science or related field.
• 6+ years hands-on plant breeding experience.
• Strong knowledge of population genetics and QTL mapping.
• Experience with MAS and GS technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute advanced plant breeding programs for key crops.
• Use genomic data and statistics to identify desirable traits and strategies.
• Manage germplasm collections and maintain breeding records.
• Oversee lab operations for marker development, genotyping, and phenotyping.
• Collaborate with international teams to align breeding with market goals.
• Prepare technical reports and publications for stakeholders.
• Contribute to IP development and patent applications.
• Mentor junior researchers and provide technical guidance.
• Ensure biosafety and ethical compliance in R&D.

Skills

Quantitative genetics

Genomic data analysis

Bioinformatics

MAS

GS

Education

PhD in Plant Breeding / Genetics

Tools

R

SAS

TASSEL

PLINK

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a remote Plant Breeder with a PhD in Plant Breeding or a related field to lead advanced breeding in crops. The role emphasizes quantitative genetics, MAS/GS, and genomic data analysis, with collaboration across international teams and time zones.

You will design experiments, manage germplasm, and contribute to publications while enjoying a fully remote setup, competitive compensation with bonuses and stock options, and ongoing professional development.