Master’s degree in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Crop Science; Ph.D. degree in Plant Breeding a plus.
Minimum 3+ years of experience in plant breeding.
Tasks and responsibilities:
Breeding commercially superior types of pepper for Spanish and international markets.
Manage germplasm resources, including selection, characterization, and conservation of elite breeding materials.
Design and execute multi-location field trials to evaluate performance under diverse environmental conditions.
Analyse field trial data to take targeted breeding decisions and optimize variety selection.
Optimize efficiency of the breeding program by developing and implementing new technologies and breeding methods.
Assist and support the Molecular Biology and Plant Pathology Department team.
Collaborate with the Breeding Coordinator on short- and long-term breeding strategies.
Actively participate in Crop Team discussions to enhance information exchange and support effective decision-making.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including seed production, sales, and marketing,
to align breeding objectives with market needs.
Lead and coordinate breeding activities, by ensuring team efficiency through structured planning, clear communication, and strategic resource allocation.
Manage the personnel flow within the breeding team located on the site and on external sites, including appraisal and training, in order to select and maintain competent employees and ensure an efficient and effective functioning breeding team.
Stay updated with advancements in pepper breeding, genetics, and market trends.
Prepare reports, presentations, and technical documentation to communicate research findings.
Critical knowledge:
A background in molecular markers or plant pathology would be a plus.
Proven track record in selection, development and release of commercial hybrids.
Experience in budget and personnel management, including recruitment and development of staff.
Experience with data management.
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