PhDAre you keen to be ultimately responsible for a modern laboratory? Are you looking for that unique combination of leading people organizing processes and breeding varieties, and do you have excellent communication skills?LaboratoryWhat does the role of Manager at Rijk Zwaan entail?As Manager Applied laboratories you are responsible for the implementation labs within Rijk Zwaan Iberica. The implementation labs include:Cell BiologyPhytopathologyThis department has a range of tissue culture and cell biological techniques to support breeding of new vegetable varieties as well as disease lab and field tests development, coordination, and execution. You lead a team of researchers, lab assistants, nursery assistants and technician.As a leader, you coach team members and ensure the necessary coordination with research departments. Additionally, you are involved in:Making strategic plans for the laboratory,



including investment plansStriving for operational excellenceImplementing organizational and technical improvements within the departmentEnsuring good cooperation with internal customersMaintaining and improving good working conditionsWhat you bringYou have extensive experience in leading and coaching teams. You are communicative and focused on collaboration. You are also good at organizing, planning, negotiating, and have a strong sense of responsibility. Furthermore, you keep up with scientific insights and technologies in the field of cell biology and phytopathology. You are driven to keep the laboratoriesleading based on these insights. Additionally, your CV includes:A completed university degree in biotechnology,biologyor similar (minimum Master level)At least 5 years of relevant work experienceDemonstrable leadership skills and/or experienceGood command of Spanish and EnglishWhat can you expect from us?As ManagerApplied labs, you will be part of a team of motivated and independently working employees. The labs Implementation department consists of approximately 1

📌 Manager Applied Laboratory (Almería)
🏢 Rijk Zwaan
📍 Almería