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KWKWS SAAT SE & Co KGaA

Senior Research Associate in molecular plant breeding(m/w/x)

Einbeck
Full-timeOn-siteSenior

Applying molecular markers in hybrid breeding programs for crop seed. Greenhouse coordination and sequence alignment experience required. Work in a strong team with latest technology.

Requirements

  • University degree (Bachelor, M.Sc.) in biology or agricultural sciences with breeding/molecular genetics focus or comparable
  • Experience in next generation sequencing and genotypic data analysis
  • Knowledge and practical experience in plant molecular biology and bioinformatics
  • Practical experience in plant growth and sampling in greenhouse
  • Experience with large data sets and programming in R is a plus
  • Passion for process excellence, service-oriented operations, proactive planning and task-management
  • Ability to think across departments and appreciate diversity
  • Very good communication skills in English required
  • Other language skills (ideally German) are an advantage

Tasks

  • Apply molecular markers in hybrid breeding programs
  • Coordinate greenhouse programs for plant sampling
  • Perform sequence alignments and assemblies
  • Plan laboratory orders and sampling
  • Analyze and interpret genotyping data
  • Report results to customers
  • Expand standardization of internal databases
  • Automate genotyping processes
  • Contribute to trait development

Work Experience

  • approx. 4 - 6 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent
  • GermanBasic

Tools & Technologies

  • Next generation sequencing
  • Genotypic data
  • R
  • Bioinformatics

Benefits

Learning & Development

  • Intensive and detailed training
  • Personal development

Informal Culture

  • Work in a strong team
  • Trusting, respectful, and friendly working atmosphere

Modern Equipment

  • Latest technology

Diverse Work

  • Demanding and varied tasks

Purpose-Driven Work

  • Opportunity to act independently
  • Appreciated ideas and commitment
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