Enza Zaden USA in San Juan Bautista, CA is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team.

What will you do?

As Breeding Technician you will provide support in the execution of the breeding programs at our Research and Development station in San Juan Bautista, CA. You will be responsible for coordination, preparation and support with the execution of program activities and phenotypic data collection.

• Preparation of the seed lots necessary for the breeding/screening trials for both local sowing programs and international shipments, including all required administrative activities.
• Assistance in sowing, monitoring germination after sowing, pricking out and planting.
• Execution of crossing programs and related activities on the instructions of the Breeder.
• Secure right harvesting moments for crossings, according to a plan defined by the Breeder.
• Phenotypic data collection in breeding and screening programs according to the instructions of the Breeder.
• Data collection on harvested fruits, including seed related traits.
• Coordination and preparation of seed lots for special projects in cooperation with Breeders and/or Research team.
• Administration of the routine processes in designated electronic systems.
• Receipt and administration of the seeds of selected plants, and ensure storage in the seed vault.
• Execution of routine disease monitoring including track and trace based on instructions of the Breeder.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your power

You are someone who takes initiative, recognizes opportunities and is a great communicator. You are research minded and interested in working in the seed sector. You are organized and follow safety procedures. You can work independently, but you are also able to work in a cross-functional teams and intercultural project teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural science, horticultural or plant science is desired.
• 1 to 2 years of training and experience relevant to the job.
• A thorough understanding of English, both verbal and written is required.
• The ability to speak and understand Spanish is highly desired.
• Ability to work with breeding administration software.
• Have basic knowledge and practice of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Power Point, Word).
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.
• Ability to work outside in different weather conditions.
• Travel to local fields withing the region (20%).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Our power

Interested?

Please submit your cover letter and submit via this link.