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This is why you want to join us as Assistant Breeder Tomato at Enza ZadenAt Enza Zaden, you’ll be part of a global team dedicated to developing innovative vegetable varieties that contribute to a healthier world for everyone. As an Assistant Breeder in Almería, you’ll play a key role in bringing our breeding efforts to life through high-quality of crops selection. You’ll work in a dynamic environment where precision, collaboration, and impact come together.You’ll be directly oversee execution of routine processes in sowing, planting, harvesting and disease testing that shape the future of vegetable breeding.Collaborate with Breeding, Agronomies, and Phytopathology Teams to ensure breeding program success. Make a difference as Assistant BreederAs an Assistant Breeder, you play a vital role in transforming breeding concepts into real-world results. Your work ensures that our crops meet the highest standards of quality, health, and market relevance. By combining hands-on crop care with precise data collection, you help drive innovation and support Enza Zaden’s mission to feed the world sustainably. Next to that, you'll be responsible for:Provide timely and accurate support in all steps of the breeding process to make the right (selection) decisions.Secure implementation and oversee execution of routine processes, i.E. sowing, planting, pollinating harvesting, and disease testing.Ensure proper execution of crossing programs, functionally leading Crop Workers, and monitoring process whilst ensuring that the instructions of the (Assistant) Breeder are followed.Make independent observation, taking routine phenotypic data from Breeding material and first screenings.Assist with the selection of crops based on clear instructions and in alignment with the (Senior) Breeder.Recording and processing of observations on plants in designated electronic systems.Correct administration when sending/receiving plants, ensuring traceability.Organization of periodic routine disease tests and preparation of seed lots in cooperation with Breeders and Routine Disease Testing team, including track and trace.What you bring as a future colleagueAs an Assistant Breeder, you’re practical, precise, and passionate about breeding processes. You enjoy working outdoors, managing breeding program from start to finish, and turning observations into valuable insights. You’re proactive, communicative, and thrive in a role that combines independence with teamwork.In short, you:Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science or any related, with 3 to 5 years of experience; Proficient in the use ofbreeding administration softwareProficient in the use of Excel and Outlookcommunicate clearly and work well with cross-functional teams, proficient in the English and local language, both written and verbal; Working in conditioned climate/high temperatures; Occasional internationaland/or domestic business travel.Enza Zaden as your employerWith more than 3,000 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: vegetables with better taste, better yields, and better resistance. On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together, and everyone’s contribution is valued. Throughout our 86 years, our family values, passion, independence and our focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people eat our vegetables every day, something we are very proud of! Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force,propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future.What can you expect from usWe aspire to be a good employer that cares for our employees, both during and after their careers at Enza Zaden. Our most important benefits include:Active partnership in your professional development (personal growth); Tailor-made leadership development programs and global e-learning platform; Join us for a career that grows with you! Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website.Get in touchApply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days.Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to: Rosabel Barroso, r.barroso@enzazaden.comgood to knowEnza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr
