Breeder Sugar Beet Resistance (f/m/d)

The Sugarbeet Breeding Department of KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA is seeking a dedicated and forward‑thinking Sugarbeet Breeder (f/m/d) to join our team in Einbeck, Germany, starting July 1, 2026, in a permanent, full‑time role. In this position, you will contribute to the development of competitive sugarbeet varieties with improved tolerance and resistance to insects and pests.

Following a structured onboarding phase, you will gradually take responsibility for insect‑resistance trait pre‑breeding as well as defined elements of the sugarbeet variety breeding process. You will work closely with other breeders, colleagues from breeding stations and scientific departments to challenge existing routines and integrate cutting‑edge genetic and molecular innovations into efficient breeding workflows.

This role is well-suited for a motivated individual who enjoys combining scientific curiosity with practical breeding progress. You will help advance our young and dynamic insect‑resistance breeding program – contributing to varieties that support farmers worldwide in an increasingly challenging and rapidly changing environment.

Aufgaben:

• Develop and define traits and trait components related to insect and pest resistance in sugarbeet.
• Drive innovation and research efforts in sugarbeet breeding, with a focus on insect and pest resistance and market‑relevant traits.
• Lead pre‑breeding initiatives to strengthen insect and pest resistance within the sugarbeet portfolio.
• Contribute to the development of competitive sugarbeet varieties that meet current and future market requirements.
• Plan, oversee, and execute complex breeding programs and operational workflows.
• Collaborate closely with staff across multiple KWS breeding stations to ensure aligned breeding progress.
• Engage in regular scientific exchange with experts from various KWS departments.
• Prepare and deliver structured reports on activities, progress, and achievements.
• Actively participate in working groups, workshops, and internal breeders’ meetings, contributing expertise and insights.

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What You Can Expect 

• A responsible, hands-on role with direct impact on current research and breeding projects
• Modern working environments in the field, greenhouse, and digital research areas
• As a family-owned company, we live a culture shaped by our values: “Closeness, Reliability, Vision, and Independence”
• We offer thorough and comprehensive onboarding into our operational processes
• A trusting, respectful, and friendly working atmosphere where your ideas and commitment are valued—your professional development matters to us
• Attractive framework conditions: company pension scheme, capital-forming benefits, Christmas and vacation bonuses, employee shares, childcare allowance, JobRad bike leasing

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application system SuccessFactors! Please click on the “Apply” button in the online advertisement.