Research Associate Hybrid Barley (f/m/d)

Research Associate Hybrid Barley (f/m/d)

Syngenta Seeds is one of the leading plant breeding companies in Germany. More than 250 employees work with passion every day to sustainably increase the yield potential of our crops and to breed and produce varieties in Germany for the German and European markets.

As a sustainable company, we help protect the environment and improve people’s health and quality of life. We are part of the global Syngenta Group and therefore benefit from first‑class research and expertise from around the world.

As a partner to farmers, we share a love of agriculture and understand how important it is to deliver high‑quality seed, support farmers through challenging times, and think one step further together.

Ready for tomorrow’s challenges with solutions for today’s agriculture.

Working at Syngenta Seeds means being part of a passionate team with attractive benefits and exciting career opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the Barley Pipeline Scientist in all aspects of breeding pipeline progression – in the execution, implementation and management of breeding projects in the field and in the greenhouse, such as pre‑selections and crossbreeding trials.
• Manage the breeding program: technical organization of sowing, TOPS trials creation, breeding field management, coordination of harvest and sowing preparation.
• Manage Purity MATS files and selections – A, B & R (PLP‑2, PLP‑1, PLP).
• Manage MATS before GS‑Pre selections.
• Conduct F1 and F2 checks, ensuring DH quality control.
• Deliver lists and communicate with DEBS operations and greenhouses.
• Assign material identity coding and creation duties.
• Plan hybrid production and place seed orders (Proseeds).
• Undertake DEBS field pre‑selections and record scores.
• Manage breeding data: record and input data, develop breeding material from stage to stage, and manage material using planning, breeding, and tracking tools.
• People management: instruct and support the operational team, train technical‑operational and seasonal staff.
• Operate within the budget‑driven framework for breeding program and operations.

Qualifications

• Master of Science (or equivalent) in Plant Breeding, Agronomy, Biology, or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of breeding methodologies, agronomy, and the barley market/quality profiles.
• Extensive hands‑on experience managing both field and greenhouse trials from setup to execution.
• Fluency in English and German (written and spoken) and ability to collaborate effectively with regional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with databases and MS Office for processing large datasets.
• Structured, independent, and stress‑resistant work style with a focus on precision and priority setting.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package (incl. Christmas bonus/holiday pay)
• 30 days of vacation
• Home office options
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (psychosocial counseling and support)
• Modern IT equipment / company mobile phone
• On‑site parking
• Wide range of training and development opportunities
• Career opportunities within a leading international company
• Open company culture, dynamic team, flat hierarchy
• Company events
• Employee discounts (Corporate Benefits program)
• Company fitness & wellbeing via EGYM Wellpass

Employment

Full‑time, permanent position.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.