EMEA R&D Project Coordinator

On-site in Almería·Full-time·Added today

Sakata

5 open roles

What they offer

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Sakata doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Almería

    No relocation package mentioned.

The role

Are you passionate about making a real impact in agricultural research? Do you enjoy collaborating on research projects? Are you seeking to combine your experience of genetics and plant breeding with project coordination in regulatory framework? Do you thrive in planning and organising in a deadline and compliance driven environment?

Continue reading to find out more about our new opportunity for an EMEA R&D Projects Coordinator.

A valuable member of the Research team, you will play a key role in facilitating the progress towards strategic research goals within EMEA by coordinating research projects with external partners, managing applications for funding and tax incentives, and taking responsibility for coordinating Intellectual Property matters.

What you'll do

1. Identify and Manage collaborative projects

  • Identify opportunities for collaboration with private and public institutions in the sector.

  • Contribute to the draft and design of collaborative projects with partners.

  • Submit and manage project funding applications with various institutions.

  • Coordinate and monitor approved projects.

  • Manage project documentation and requirements for regulatory compliance.

  • Submit, and manage, applications to tax incentive programs.

  • Prepare technical reports, coordinating with research teams to obtain information.

  • Coordinate the process of certification management to obtain the Binding Motivated Report and meet legal and fiscal requirements.

  • Manage documentation within the established deadlines and for compliance purposes.

  • Evaluate IP opportunities

  • Oversee and coordinate IP preparation and filing

  • Organize and communicate arbitration and negotiations in collaboration with the Legal Department

How you'll work

Permanent contract / Full-time

You could be based in either Spain, France or South Africa.

Administer national funding and tax incentive schemes

2. Administer national funding and tax incentive schemes

Intellectual Property (IP)

3. Intellectual Property (IP)

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • An M.Sc with 5 years' experience/ PhD specializing in genetics or plant breeding.

  • Strong project management skills

  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

  • Solid analytical and organizational skills

  • Ability to interpret and apply regulations

  • High attention to detail and strong problem-solving mindset

Languages

You are fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and writing, formal and

scientific) and have:

Hiring process

1. Apply on our website before 02/07/2026,

2. You will have a first contact with a member of the EMEA HR team

3. You will then meet with Vicente (Finance) and Schalk (your future manager)

4. A final interview will be held with Laura Ann (Deputy Research Director) and Francisco (Managing Director)

About Sakata

Sakata Seed Corporation is a global leader in the seed industry, specializing in the breeding, production, and distribution of vegetable and ornamental seeds. Founded in 1913 and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, the company operates 29 offices across 22 countries, with products available in more than 130 countries. Its Spanish subsidiary, Sakata Seed Iberica S.L.U., is based in Valencia and supports the company's operations across the Iberian Peninsula, offering a people-oriented culture with colleagues from diverse nationalities across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

Industry
Seeds and Agriculture
Founded
1913
Employees
1,001–5,000
Headquarters
Yokohama, Japan
In Spain
Valencia
Website
sakata.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Sakata Seed Iberica S.L.U. is located in Valencia, Spain, a city known for its Mediterranean climate and vibrant cultural scene.
  • The company offers a multicultural work environment, with colleagues from different nationalities across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
  • Sakata is a well-established player in the global seed industry, providing stability and long-term career opportunities.
  • Working in Valencia provides access to Spain's agricultural regions, which are key to the company's operations in the Iberian market.

In their own words

About the company & team

Reporting to the Head of Laboratories for EMEA, you will work in close collaboration with Research, Legal, and Finance teams across the region to:

You will be part of the Sakata Vegetables EMEA team, part of the international Sakata Group. What makes

Sakata different is that while being a key international player in the seed business, the company keeps a family

spirit. This means 3 things:

  • it's a people-oriented company where it is easy to communicate at all levels

  • you will work closely with your colleagues and customers and will never be far from the fields

  • as a result of its Japanese origins, you'll be working for a stable company with an emphasis on long-term.

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