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Tomato Breeder

On-site in Almería·Added 2 days ago (last checked 7 Nov)

KWS

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Work mode: On-site, Almería
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years
Education: Master's degree

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What we're looking for

Minimum 5 years' experience in a vegetable breeding programme.
You hold a PhD or master's degree with a focus on plant breeding.
You have gained good knowledge in quantitative genetics, plant pathology, breeding methodology and the vegetable market.
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required for the position, and preferably good working knowledge of Spanish.
The ability to work (assessment, selection) under field conditions is common ground for you.
You are known to be a strong communicator and a team player with excellent organizational and analytical skills.
You have the ability to work in an international team of breeders and scientists.
You have the willingness and flexibility for business trips.

The role

🌱 Shape the Future of Tomato Breeding with KWS Vegetables 🌱

At KWS, we are driven by a long-term vision: to build a strong and sustainable position in the global vegetable seeds business. Over recent years, this ambition has been backed by significant investments across the world's key vegetable markets, reinforcing our commitment to innovation, growth, and excellence in plant breeding.

We are now looking for an experienced Tomato Breeder (m/f/d) to kick-start and lead our tomato breeding programme in Almería, one of Europe's most dynamic vegetable-growing regions. This is a unique opportunity to shape a tomato breeding programme and drive it towards commercial success, with the support of a global R&D network and the long-term stability of KWS.

What you'll do

Develop and manage the tomato breeding programme.
You use, innovate and optimize breeding schemes by using state-of-the-art breeding technologies for the development and selection of high-quality, commercially successful varieties.
You cooperate with internal groups of breeding, research, product development and production.
You bring your ideas and support scientific research projects.
Manage, direct and coordinate activities for competent employees and ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the breeding team.

About KWS

KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA is a global plant breeding company headquartered in Germany, specializing in the development of seeds for a wide range of crops including sugarbeet, corn, cereals, oilseed rape, sorghum, vegetables, sunflower, soy, alfalfa, and grain peas. The company focuses on sustainable agriculture and employs advanced breeding methods, including genome editing, to improve crop yields and resilience. With a presence in numerous countries worldwide, KWS operates in the agricultural seeds industry, serving farmers and agricultural partners.

Industry: Seeds and Agriculture
Founded: 1856
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Einbeck, Germany
In Spain: Almería, Murcia, Agüimes (Gran Canaria)

Good to know if you are moving

KWS has job openings in Spain, including roles in Almería, Murcia, and Agüimes (Gran Canaria), indicating a local presence in agricultural research and sales.
The company offers positions in fields such as breeding, marketing, and sales, with some roles requiring onsite work at cultivation stations.
KWS is a global company with operations in many countries, providing opportunities for international career development.
The company emphasizes innovation and sustainability, which may appeal to professionals interested in agricultural technology and environmental stewardship.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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