Position Summary:

We are looking for a MSc or Ph.D in Plant Breeding with 5 years of demonstrated working experience in Vegetable Crops Breeding (preferably with Squash or Cucurbit programs) in order to lead our Squash Breeding program.

Location: Cabrera de Mar (Barcelona), Spain  

WHO WE ARE… 

The first established Spanish seed company, founded in 1880. Achieving a multinational status, we are an independent, family owned seed company with a strong commitment to expand. We are passionate about breeding and creating varieties for the society. We are looking for people who are as passionate as we are. We became what we are today, thanks to enthusiastic people who at some point decided to join to our flexible team and try to grow together sharing experiences in the field. We are committed to our staff. We always strive to create a pleasant working environment based on freedom, respect and teamwork. 
If you share our interests, we look forward to meeting you! 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead, execute and optimize the Squash breeding program for the Western Hemisphere by using the appropriate methodologies and support breeding technologies to achieve the company results.
• Propose, implement and assess breeding strategies according to available resources and budget.
• Participate and contribute in research project teams when relevant for the breeding goals or target markets.
• Set up Squash trials in our breeding stations, working jointly with Fito’s development personnel in different countries.
• Work in Spain in close collaboration with the commercial teams to promote varieties and organize successful market introductions.
• Identify promising results from different fields of research and integrate them in the breeding program.
• Translate market requirements and future needs along with Marketing and Sales into breeding goals to generate successful new products.

We offer:

• Long-term commitment with a rapidly-growing company located in Barcelona, ranked as one of the Best European cities in quality of life.
• High prospects for promotion to lead Squash Breeding Program for all markets after a time of progress and sustained growth.
• Remuneration package will be fixed depending on experience and skills provided by candidates. (A company car is included)

Education and Experience required:

• MSc or Ph.D. in Plant Breeding or relevant fields
• At least five years of working experience in commercial plant breeding.
• Demonstrated experience in Vegetable Crops Breeding.
• Strong background in plant breeding, genetics, field plot technique, molecular biology, and molecular marker application to plant breeding.
• Good communication skills and ability to communicate and collaborate with colleagues at all levels.
• English as a working language. (written and verbal is required)

Valuable:

• Demonstrated experience in Squash Breeding Programs will be a plus

Skills and Competences required:

• Leadership skills
• Demonstrated success in technical proficiency and collaboration with others
• Excellent managerial and organizational skills
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and achieve milestones
• Ability to work with different team-based environments with multidisciplinary teams
• Effective verbal communication skills

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to change permanent residence to Spain, in Barcelona.
• Willingness to travel frequently national and international.

To apply, please visit our website at www.semillasfito.com

Please also send a cover letter and resume in Word or PDF format to seleccion@semillasfito.com