Enza Zaden Beheer B.V. is seeking a Senior Breeder for its pepper breeding department in Almeria, Spain. The position focuses on developing competitive pepper varieties through effective breeding strategies, data management, and collaboration with various teams
Job Summary
As a Senior Breeder, you will be responsible to develop and maintain a competitive breeding program that aligns with Enza’s long-term vision, ensuring the development of commercially successful pepper varieties.
You are passionate about plant breeding genetics and enjoy analysing data to support decision-making and improving processes.
With more than 3,000 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties.
Matching Summary
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Enza Zaden Beheer B.V. is seeking a Senior Breeder for its pepper breeding department in Almeria, Spain. The position focuses on developing competitive pepper varieties through effective breeding strategies, data management, and collaboration with various teams.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Develop competitive breeding program
Translate breeding strategies into goals
Create and maintain breeding pipeline
Incorporate new breeding technologies
Integrate data-driven processes
Nice-to-have
Entrepreneurial thinker
Global perspective
Connect and collaborate effectively
Stimulate market developments
Key Requirements
Master's or PhD in plant breeding, genetics, or related field
7+ years of experience in plant breeding
Experience in row field crops is a plus
Thorough knowledge of plant breeding, modern methods, quantitative genetics, phytopathology
Strong organisational and project management skills
Good interpersonal skills, works well in a team environment
Strong leadership skills
Excellent analytical skills
Thorough understanding of English (verbal and written)