Hazera is a worldwide leader in the breeding, development, production and marketing of hybrid vegetable seed varieties, characterized by advanced research & development, marketing throughout the world, and agro-technical support. Combining decades of experience with state-of-the-art technology, Hazera constantly develops new products that address market needs. Thanks to our core beliefs of expertise, trust, engagement and dynamism, shared by our committed teams we strive to continuously exceed the expectations of our customers. Hazera headquarters are situated in Israel and The Netherlands, With a worldwide presence through our 12 subsidiaries. Hazera is part of the Limagrain Group, an international agri-business based in France.

Project Lead Crucifers Genetics (M/F)

Fulltime, Warmenhuizen                                           

In this position you are responsible for supporting the development of hybrid crucifer crops such as cabbage, cauliflower and radish by revealing the underlying genetics and genomics, and by accelerating our current molecular breeding programs in these crops. You are part of and interact closely with a multidisciplinary, international team of researchers, with different disciplines. As a Project Lead Crucifer Genetics, you are asked to combine project management skills with practical plant genetic activities. In this position, you are up to date of public advancements in crucifer research by staying in close contact with international research groups and interact in national and international projects

Main Responsibilities:

• The position of PL Crucifer genetics is based at the Crucifer R&D Station of Hazera in Warmenhuizen, The Netherlands. Since molecular lab activities nowadays generate a lot of data, data management/bioinformatics skills are preferred. Additionally, you will have close interaction with researchers in Hazera and within the Limagrain Vegetable Seeds (LVS) division, which requires travelling to LVS sites. You report to the Head of Trait & Technologies Allium & Crucifers of Hazera.
• Initiate, lead and execute multidisciplinary research projects aimed at trait and molecular marker identification and innovating the breeding processes with regard to molecular breeding;
• Strengthen the knowledge base of the company within the field of genetics and genomics, and expanding our freedom-to-operate and intellectual property position
• Provide direct and functional leadership to individuals and teams;
• Maintain, build and leverage internal and external networks to support delivery of business goals.

Preferred profile:

• PhD in Genetics or related fields within the Life Sciences;
• Strong data analytical and organizational skills;
• Experience in the field of molecular bioinformatics is preferred.
• Experience in Plant Genetics or Qualitative Genetics is a plus;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Working experience in or with the (seed) industry;
• Excellent command of the English language;
• Driver’s license.

Information:

Working at Hazera means contributing in a professional way to the growth of our business, in an informal, international environment. We are customer and market oriented and teamwork is important. Other characteristics of our organization are openness, flexibility and orientation on results. We focus on employee development with consideration and respect for individual needs. That’s why it's nice to work at Hazera!

Interested?

If you are enthusiastic to join a growing organization, please send us as soon as possible a letter of motivation and a detailed resume, preferably by e-mail webjobs@hazera.com (t.a.v. Sylvia Versteeg, HR Business Partner) or through the form on our website www.hazera.com.

Acquisition with reference to this advertisement will not be appreciated.