Breeding assistant

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Función

Actively participate in the development of the lettuce breeding program in Southeast Spain, working closely with the breeder to ensure the quality and effectiveness of field and greenhouse activities, and to support the introduction of competitive new varieties to the market.

Objetivo principal

Contribute to the development of new lettuce varieties adapted to the Spanish market by providing technical and logistical support during the trial, evaluation, selection, and plant multiplication phases, in coordination with the breeding team and operational and commercial departments.

Descripción del puesto

As a Breeding Assistant, you will support the lettuce breeder in the execution of the breeding program in Southeast Spain. Your work will involve field activities (mainly in the Murcia region) and frequent visits to the Águilas breeding station, as well as other growing areas depending on breeding targets. You will be responsible for organizing and monitoring T2 / T3 trials, evaluating field plots, selecting plants, managing seed logistics, organizing crossings, and supervising greenhouse activities. You will also collaborate with the development and sales teams to ensure that new varieties meets market requirements.

• Academic background in agronomy, plant breeding, or plant sciences.
• Practical knowledge of plant physiology, pathology, and field trial management.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Strong autonomy, organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication and a collaborative mindset across departments (breeding, operations, sales).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel frequently.

Con una cooperativa agrícola francesa instalada en la llanura de Limagne-Val d’Allier, en el corazón de Auvernia, como casa matriz, Limagrain es un grupo semillista y agroalimentario que cuenta con más de 9 600 colaboradores y se encuentra presente en 53 países.

4º semillista mundial, Limagrain efectuó un volumen de negocio de 2 522 M€ durante el ejercicio , al que se suman 729 M€ de volumen de negocio de las actividades efectuadas junto a sus socios estratégicos.

Función

Actively participate in the development of the lettuce breeding program in Southeast Spain, working closely with the breeder to ensure the quality and effectiveness of field and greenhouse activities, and to support the introduction of competitive new varieties to the market.

Objetivo principal

Contribute to the development of new lettuce varieties adapted to the Spanish market by providing technical and logistical support during the trial, evaluation, selection, and plant multiplication phases, in coordination with the breeding team and operational and commercial departments.

Descripción del puesto

As a Breeding Assistant, you will support the lettuce breeder in the execution of the breeding program in Southeast Spain. Your work will involve field activities (mainly in the Murcia region) and frequent visits to the Águilas breeding station, as well as other growing areas depending on breeding targets. You will be responsible for organizing and monitoring T2 / T3 trials, evaluating field plots, selecting plants, managing seed logistics, organizing crossings, and supervising greenhouse activities. You will also collaborate with the development and sales teams to ensure that new varieties meets market requirements.

Competencias

Adaptabilidad / Flexibilidad

Ambiente de Trabajo / Seguridad

Apoyo al Equipo de Ventas

Calidad

Iniciativa

Resolución de Problemas / Análisis

Respeto

Responsabilidad

Trabajo en Equipo

Ventajas y entorno de trabajo

You will be part of the R&D team of Vilmorin-Mikado Ibérica, working closely with the local breeder, field technicians, operations team, and sales force in both Spain and France. The role offers a mix of high-level technical work and cross-functional collaboration within a company committed to plant innovation and sustainable agriculture. The position requires mobility within the Murcia region (between Cartagena and Murcia) and frequent travel to Águilas.

Proceso de contratación

Seniority level

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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