Senior Research Associate (f/m/d) in molecular plant breeding

Senior Research Associate (f/m/d) in molecular plant breeding

We are seeking a Senior Research Associate (f/m/d) in molecular plant breeding, full time, and the position is limited to October 2027. You will work in the breeding technology team for maize and oilseed crops at KWS SAAT SE & Co KGaA in Einbeck, Germany.

Responsibilities

• Service oriented application of molecular markers within hybrid breeding programs for corn and oilseed crops (worldwide)
• Coordination and performance of greenhouse programs for sampling of plant material for molecular genetics experiments
• Performance of sequence-alignments and -assemblies for detection of sequence variants for molecular marker development
• Planning of laboratory orders, sampling, analysis and interpretation of genotyping data as well as reporting of results to customers
• Contribute to the expansion of standardization and automation of internal databases for genotyping processes and trait development

Qualifications

• University degree (Bachelor, M.Sc.) in biology or agricultural sciences with a focus on breeding and molecular genetics or comparable
• Experience in the analysis of next-generation sequencing data and genotypic data
• Knowledge and practical experience in plant molecular biology and bioinformatics
• Practical experience in plant growth and sampling in the greenhouse
• Experience working with large data sets and programming in R is a plus
• Passion for process excellence, service-oriented operations and good proactive planning and task-management
• Think across departments and appreciate diversity as a strength of a team
• Very good communication skills in English are required and other language skills (ideally German) are an advantage

Benefits

• As a family-run company, we live a culture characterized by the values closeness, reliability, foresight and independence
• We offer you intensive and detailed training in our operational processes
• You will work in a strong team with the latest technology on demanding and varied tasks and have the opportunity to act independently
• We promote a trusting, respectful and friendly working atmosphere in which your ideas and commitment are appreciated. Your development is important to us