Información general Entidad adjunta Acerca de Vilmorin-Mikado: Vilmorin-Mikado es un productor de semillas franco-japonés especializado en el desarrollo, la producción y la venta de semillas de hortalizas para profesionales desde 1743. Como socio responsable de la cadena alimentaria vegetal, Vilmorin-Mikado se compromete a mejorar la alimentación de las personas de todo el mundo. Nuestra amplia gama de semillas, únicas y originales, se distribuye entre los cinco continentes en más de 100 países. Vilmorin-Mikado cuenta con más de 1.000 empleados y registró unas ventas de 230 millones de euros en 2022-2023, de los cuales el 15% se dedicó íntegramente a la investigación. Líder mundial en zanahoria y endibia, Vilmorin-Mikado es también una figura clave en ensalada, tomate, pimiento dulce, calabaza kabocha, rábano daikon y cebolla de ramillete. A través de su actividad con las semillas de árboles, iniciada por sus fundadores hace casi tres siglos, Vilmorin-Mikado contribuye activamente a la renovación sostenible de los bosques.
Vilmorin-Mikado forma parte de Limagrain, una cooperativa agrícola y un grupo semillista internacional propiedad de agricultores franceses. Limagrain selecciona, produce y comercializa semillas de cultivos extensivos, semillas hortícolas y productos agroalimentarios. Centrado en el progreso genético de las plantas, Limagrain es el cuarto semillista mundial.
Referencia 2024-10075
Ubicación Alicante
Descripción puesto Contrato Permanente
Jornada laboral A tiempo completo
Perfil INVESTIGACIÓN E INNOVACIÓN - SELECCIÓN DE VARIEDADES
Propósito de la posición Reporting to the Senior Tomato Breeder based in Aguilas, the Assistant Breeder will collaborate closely with international tomato breeding teams, aiding in the organization and management of new variety development to ensure a swift market introduction of successful tomato varieties. In addition to this primary responsibility, the Assistant Breeder will provide operational breeding support to other international programs across various species within the LVS group.
Descripción de la misión Responsible for… o Breeding trials: Under Breeders supervision, design, plan and execute breeding trials (phenotyping, data collection, manage crosses and seed harvests). Secure successful crops from sowing to harvest. Participate actively in operational breeding activities when required.
o Data management and analysis: Register, update and manage breeding operations and in the Breeding Software. Support Breeders in the analysis of phenotypical and genotypical data, prepare reports, give feedback, make proposals and draw conclusions to facilitate decision making.
o Seeds logistics: manage seed increases of advance parental lines as well as advanced hybrids. Strong coordination with breeding teams and Production department to secure quantity and quality of produced seeds.
o Hybrid production: following Breeders guidelines, design, implement and monitor crossing blocks. Supervise crossing team and participate actively in the pollination when necessary.
o Planning and Administration: Various administrative breeding tasks such as, activity forecasts (trials, markers), update of procedures and guidelines, seed shipments and receptions, seed traceability, field certification, variety registration and material stock management.
o Team leadership: Coordinate/Communicate breeding operations to station team. Provide them with technical training and advice to meet quality standards, deadlines and budgets. Give clear instructions and monitor the completion of activities, ensure compliance with safety rules.
Establish and maintain good relationships with external cooperators.
Contributes to… o Line and hybrid selection and advancement.
o Establishment of external trials, data analysis and final reporting for New Product Introduction (NPI) meetings (Responsibility of Trial Officers).
o Update breeding data base (BOS) and increase knowledge of the crops and germplasm.
Competencias: lo que esperamos de usted Skills and Experience
Education: o BSc degree in Agronomy, Biotechnology or related fields.
Languages: o Fluent in Spanish both written and spoken.
o Fluent in English, both written and spoken (B2 minimum).
o French is an advantage.
Knowledge required o Basic knowledge of plant biology, genetics and breeding.
o Basic knowledge of agronomic techniques, plant cultivation and crop handling relevant to the assigned crops.
o Basic knowledge of plant pathology and of plant health related to identifying abnormal plant behavior due to biotic and abiotic stresses.
o Experience in Solanaceae crops is a plus.
o Computer skills: information management systems, MS Excel (using different formulas, conditional formatting, creating graphs and charts), MS Word, MS PowerPoint.
Professional skills o Good organization and planning skills. Ability to manage and follow up multiple projects worldwide simultaneously.
o Capacity and interest to work in field and greenhouse environment as well as in the office.
o Ability to work in an independent and self-directed manner under the guidance of Breeders.
o Capacity to adapt to peak working periods, especially during sowings, plantings and evaluations (physical work).
Personal behavior o Professionalism, self-reliance, responsibility, and punctuality.
o Team player, ability to interact and work in close contact with internal and external collaborators.
o Effective communication skills, assertiveness, empathy, and self-motivation.
o Have a keen eye for detail and take a pragmatic approach.
o Analytical thinking and solving-problem attitude.
o Reactiveness and agility.
o Creativity and innovation.
o Capable of working in high or low temperature conditions in a field or greenhouse.
Compañía VILMORIN-MIKADO
Ubicación del puesto Localización del puesto Europa, España, Murcie
Emplazamiento Águilas, Murcia, España
Requisitos de la candidatura Nivel mínimo de estudios requerido Título de Grado/Bachelor o equivalente
Nivel de experiencia mínimo requerido Más de 1 año
Idiomas Ingles (Intermedio)
Solicitante Puesto vacante hasta 28/02/2024
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