Tomato Breeder

Kws Group

Antalya, , Türkiye
On-site
Plant breeding program management
Genetics and molecular genetics knowledge
Breeding team leadership
KWS Group is seeking a Tomato Breeder to join their Vegetable Business Unit at their breeding station in Antalya, Türkiye. The role focuses on developing commercially successful tomato varieties while managing a breeding team and ensuring effective communication and strategic planning

Job Summary

  • You will contribute to driving the breeding team in Antalya and report to the Head of Breeding within the Vegetables business unit of KWS Group.
  • The role involves optimizing the efficiency and output of the breeding program by developing and implementing new technologies and breeding methods.
  • You will manage the breeding team and breeding-related activities nationally and internationally to ensure an effective and efficient breeding process.

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KWS Group is seeking a Tomato Breeder to join their Vegetable Business Unit at their breeding station in Antalya, Türkiye. The role focuses on developing commercially successful tomato varieties while managing a breeding team and ensuring effective communication and strategic planning.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • plant breeding program management
  • genetics and molecular genetics knowledge
  • breeding team leadership
  • crop improvement process
  • data management and databases
  • fluent English and Turkish

Nice-to-have

  • entrepreneurial mindset
  • analytical and solution-oriented work
  • international travel flexibility
  • excellent communication skills
  • team player with hands-on mentality

Key Requirements

  • MSc/PhD in plant breeding or genetics or Bachelor plus experience
  • minimum five years plant breeding experience
  • experience in management and planning
  • fluent spoken and written English and Turkish

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