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Entidad adjunta
Acerca de Vilmorin-Mikado
Vilmorin-Mikado es un productor de semillas franco-japonés especializado en el desarrollo, la producción y la venta de semillas de hortalizas para profesionales desde 1743. Como socio responsable de la cadena alimentaria vegetal, Vilmorin-Mikado se compromete a mejorar la alimentación de las personas de todo el mundo. Nuestra amplia gama de semillas, únicas y originales, se distribuye entre los cinco continentes en más de 100 países. Vilmorin-Mikado cuenta con más de 1.000 empleados y registró unas ventas de 230 millones de euros en 2022-2023, de los cuales el 15% se dedicó íntegramente a la investigación. Líder mundial en zanahoria y endibia, Vilmorin-Mikado es también una figura clave en ensalada, tomate, pimiento dulce, calabaza kabocha, rábano daikon y cebolla de ramillete. A través de su actividad con las semillas de árboles, iniciada por sus fundadores hace casi tres siglos, Vilmorin-Mikado contribuye activamente a la renovación sostenible de los bosques. www.vilmorinmikado.com- #VilmorinMikado
Vilmorin-Mikado forma parte de Limagrain, una cooperativa agrícola y un grupo semillista internacional propiedad de agricultores franceses. Limagrain selecciona, produce y comercializa semillas de cultivos extensivos, semillas hortícolas y productos agroalimentarios. Centrado en el progreso genético de las plantas, Limagrain es el cuarto semillista mundial. www.limagrain.com - #Limagrain
Referencia
2024-10062
Descripción puesto
Contrato
Permanente
Jornada laboral
A tiempo completo
Perfil
INVESTIGACIÓN E INNOVACIÓN - SELECCIÓN DE VARIEDADES
Propósito de la posición
Reporting to the Senior Pepper Breeder, the Assistant Breeder will collaborate closely with the pepper breeding teams to support the organization and management of developing new varieties, ensuring a swift market introduction of successful pepper varieties.
Descripción de la misión
Responsible for…
o Breeding trials: Under Breeder supervision, design, plan and execute breeding trials (phenotyping, data collection, manage crosses and seed harvests). Secure successful crops from sowing to harvest. Participate actively in operational breeding activities when required.
o Data management and analysis: Register, update and manage breeding operations and in the Breeding Software. Support Breeders in the analysis of phenotypical and genotypical data, prepare reports, give feedback, make proposals and draw conclusions to facilitate decision making.
o Seeds logistics: manage seed increases of advance parental lines as well as advanced hybrids. Strong coordination with breeder and Production department to secure quantity and quality of produced seeds.
o Hybrid production: following Breeders guidelines, design, implement and monitor crossing blocks. Supervise crossing team and participate actively in the pollination when necessary.
o Planning and Administration: Various administrative breeding tasks such as, activity forecasts (trials, markers), update of procedures and guidelines, seed shipments and receptions, seed traceability, field certification, variety registration and material stock management.
o Team management and leadership: Coordinate/Communicate breeding operations to breeding technicians and agricultural workers. Provide them with technical training and advice to meet quality standards, deadlines and budgets. Give clear instructions and monitor the completion of activities, ensure compliance with safety rules and motivate your employees.
o Market Knowledge: Develop an understanding of the morphology, biology of the pepper crop and develop and maintain updated and broad vision of the market demands.
o Travelling: occasional travel to national or international locations.
Contributes to…
o Line and hybrid selection and advancement.
o Establishment of external trials, data analysis and final reporting for New Product Introduction (NPI) meetings (Responsibility of Trial Officers).
o Update breeding data base and increase knowledge of the crop and germplasm.
Competencias: lo que esperamos de usted
Skills and Experience
· Education:
o MS degree in Genetics/Plant Breeding or related disciplines and BS degree in Biotechnology, Agronomy or related fields. MS candidates preferred.
· Languages:
o Fluent in Spanish both written and spoken.
o Fluent in English, both written and spoken (C1).
o Italian and/or French are an advantage.
· Knowledge required
o Working knowledge of breeding operational practices.
o Selection schemes, genetics, genomics and statistical analysis.
o Experience in Solanaceae crops is a plus.
o Computer skills: information management systems, MS Excel (using different formulas, conditional formatting, creating graphs and charts), MS Word, MS PowerPoint, statistical softwares.
· Professional skills
o Good organization and planning skills. Ability to manage and follow up multiple projects worldwide simultaneously.
o Capacity and interest to work in field environment as well as in the office.
o Ability to work in an independent and self-directed manner under the guidance of the Senior Breeder.
o Capacity to adapt to peak working periods, especially during sowings, plantings and evaluations (physical work)
Compañía
VILMORIN IBERICA
Ubicación del puesto
Localización del puesto
Europa, España
Emplazamiento
04700 El Ejido, Almería, España
Requisitos de la candidatura
Nivel mínimo de estudios requerido
Título de Máster/Licenciatura o equivalente
Nivel de experiencia mínimo requerido
Más de 1 año
Idiomas
Ingles (Profesional)
Solicitante
Puesto vacante hasta
31/01/2025