Plant Breeder
Location: Wauseon, Ohio, USA Opportunity
Rupp Seeds has an immediate opening for a full-time Plant Breeder at our research farm in Northwest Ohio.
Our company has active breeding projects in cucurbits, specifically pumpkin, winter squash and gourds, as well as food grade soybeans and colored corn, and we are looking to expand the scope of our breeding efforts.
The successful plant breeder will develop and improve varieties that meet the agronomic and marketplace needs of our commercial grower and gardening customers.
Ideal candidates will have experience in plant breeding, particularly in vegetable crops, and will know how to set up a breeding program in a specific crop and be able to carry out the various details of the programs yearly cycle and activities. Prior experience in breeding cucurbits is considered a plus for candidates, along with experience or knowledge in commercial vegetable production and an understanding of farming practices. Applicants must be friendly, have excellent people skills, good listening skills, a desire to be helpful, and an ability to work in a seasonal, fast paced environment. They must be able to touch type and use a personal computer, software and the internet.
Responsibilities
- Design and manage summer, contra-season and greenhouse breeding nurseries.
- Manage breeding program and activities including cultivar population development, selection, screening, advancement, hybridization and evaluation.
- Manage nursery activities including setup, packeting, planting, thinning, pollinating, data capture, note taking and harvesting.
- Oversee the work of seasonal employees to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.
- Assist and support product development in conducting variety trials and data collection.
- Assist and support production in multiplying parent seed and commercial seed lots.
Qualifications
- Masters degree or PhD in genetics, plant breeding or related field.
- Working knowledge of traditional breeding methods and applications.
- Proficient in the use of Windows PCs, Microsoft Office and other Windows-based software.
Working Conditions
- Will need to work extended hours or weekends at times to complete the work required.
- Will regularly be moving inside and outside, working in changing conditions and varying temperatures.
- Need to be able to travel on occasion.
Physical Requirements
- Able to read, count and write to accurately complete notes and documentation.
- Able to walk, bend and lift the weight of a typical large pumpkin.
- Able to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
- Able to freely access all areas and locations of the business.
Compensation
- Salary plus profit sharing.
- Benefits include healthcare insurance and a company matching 401K retirement plan.
Company Profile
Rupp Seeds is an independent seed company in its third generation of family ownership and management. The company markets leading vegetable seed products to professional growers in the mid-west via an outbound staff of vegetable consultants; and to professional growers in North America via our commercial seed catalog and inside sales staff. The company also markets a full line of grain and forage products uniquely suited for the tristate area of Ohio, Michigan and Indiana through district sales managers and a network of seed dealers. “Helping farm families feed the world.” ®
Please submit resume to:
Rupp Seeds, Inc.
17919 County Road B
Wauseon, Ohio 43567
Or via fax at 419-337-5491
or e-mail to hr@ruppseeds.com
www.ruppseeds.com
More positions from: Rupp Seeds Inc. Posted from March 13, 2015 until September 1, 2015 SeedQuest reference number: 60420 |