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

We are seeking for a Senior Research Associate (f/m/d) in molecular plant breeding full time and 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.

Aufgaben:

• 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

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Sow your future with KWS:

• 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.

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