Do you want to contribute to the development of new cucumber varieties? Are you passionate about plant breeding? Then you are the Selector Cucumber we are looking for to strengthen our breeding team in El Ejido (Almeria), Spain!
PuestoWhat is it like to be Selector Cucumber at Rijk Zwaan?
The cucumber breeding department of Rijk Zwaan develops cucumber varieties for many different market segments worldwide. As a Cucumber Selector, based in Spain, you will be part of our international cucumber breeding team developing varieties for the long cucumber market segment for protected cultivation. Under the guidance of the lead breeder, you will be responsible for developing the next generation of successful, innovative long cucumber varieties.
As Selector Cucumber, you will work on new varieties, plant concepts, and disease resistances, in close contact with the market and in cooperation with the sales team. Your work will alternate between greenhouse and office environments. Additionally, you will be involved in:
* Various breeding tasks such as phenotyping, evaluation, and administration of selection and variety trials, both locally and internationally.
* International travel to judge variety trials.
* Setting up variety trials with stakeholders like customers or research institutes.
* Participating in strategic discussions about the breeding program.
RequisitosWhat is your added value?
* You are a proactive, creative, flexible, and solution-oriented team player.
* You take initiative and have an eye for detail.
* You are practical, pragmatic, and work in a structured manner.
* You possess excellent communication, organizational, and administrative skills.
* Mastery of English is required; proficiency in Spanish is also necessary.
We look for candidates with:
* A BSc or MSc in horticulture, agriculture, applied biology, or plant breeding.
Otra informaciónWhat can you expect from us?
As Selector, you will be part of the Cucumber department. Rijk Zwaan offers opportunities to engage in research impacting the global food supply. We provide:
* A permanent contract from the start.
* A competitive salary based on experience and job level.
* Training opportunities through the Rijk Zwaan Academy.
* An innovative working environment with ongoing challenges.
Interested? For more information, contact Mar Hernández, HR Advisor (+34 647.49.89.50).
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