The Assistant Breeding Project Lead will take ownership and leadership of 1-2 assigned breeding projects that focus on Syngenta Flowers 15-year strategy with the opportunity to learn knowledge and processes from Senior Breeders and Breeders across our global germplasm development team.
Duties:
- Execute breeding projects in close collaboration with other teams for breeding germplasm development marker and trait development as well as operations.
- Analyze and compile results of field and greenhouse trials to ensure appropriate selection decisions at relevant developmental stages of the breeding projects.
- Guide the operational staff in carrying out breeding trials in the greenhouse and in the field.
- Communicate effectively and regularly with peers and managers regarding status of projects and work activities raise awareness of issues that could affect meeting project objectives and business goals.
- Manage data in breeding and other related databases; collect and analyze Intellectual Property data.
- Be able to exercise breeding pipeline review and 5Y plan and present in team meetings.
- Collaborate with other teams to participate on-site events for crops of assigned breeding projects.
- Collaborate with other teams to participate on-site events for crops in breeding.
Qualifications :
- Masters or BS with equivalent experience in plant breeding agronomy biology or horticulture.
- Specific knowledge in plant genetics breeding and trialing; broad knowledge in agronomy crop science pathology molecular biology novel breeding technologies (genomics software digital tools fast cycle schemes phenotyping platforms etc.).
- Practical experience in flower breeding greenhouse and field trials.
- Great attention to detail and strong organization capabilities to meet project goals and deadlines.
- Positive proactive forward thinking and innovative mindset and agility (communication seeking solutions).
- Effective communication with key stakeholders.
- Able to work independently with minimum daily supervision.
Additional Information :
Salary for this role is $73600 - $110400 per year.
What We Offer:
- A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
- Full Benefit Package (Medical Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
- 401k plan with company match Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Maternity and Paternity Leave Education Assistance Wellness Programs Corporate Discounts among other benefits.
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Remote Work :
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Employment Type :
Full-time