Breeding Agronomist

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

The BASF Wheat strategy for Europe is to establish hybrid wheat in the key markets in Germany, France, UK and Ukraine.
The Breeding Agronomist based in Milly-la-forêt is responsible for the production of experimental hybrid seeds and the coordination of field trials data collection for the French and UK breeding programs.

As a Breeding Agronomist , you will:

·  Implement hybrid seed production and field trials plans, in accordance with trial specifications and protocols set in collaboration with breeders and field operations teams.
·  Identify innovative opportunities to improve the efficiency of our processes. Drive the implementation of cutting-edge technologies to leverage automatization solutions and digital tools.
·  Design production fields and experimental trials. Plan and supervise field activities, labor, consumables and logistics. Coordinate field operations from planting preparation to harvest.
·  Ensure the appropriate collection of phenotypic data. Report data in breeding databases and perform statistical analysis.
·  Perform trial visits for the local and national trial network. Ensure regular reporting to the breeding teams.
·  Supervise technicians, contractors and temporary labor, to accomplish field operations according to deadlines and within budget.

QUALIFICATIONS

·  You hold a Master of Science or an Engineering degree in agronomy, in plant breeding or related scientific fields. Moreover, you have 2 years of professional experience in breeding, experimentation, agronomy or similar.
·  You have a solid knowledge of variety testing, statistical analyzes, experimental designs.
·  You have a curiosity towards innovative technologies and field equipment for variety testing.
·  Ideally, you have already worked on hybrid crops or cereals.
·  You have leadership skills. You can collaborate in a multicultural environment and positively influence others.
·  You can work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
·  You are fluent in both English and French.
·  You have a valid driving license.

BENEFITS

Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and "on-the-job" training as part of a committed team.

ABOUT US

As a major actor in the field of crop protection, the BASF Agro division in France offers innovative solutions, such as modern products, crop protection and tailored services. Approx. 300 employees based in Ecully and across France meet clients´ needs and contribute to the challenges of the agriculture.

At BASF, the chemistry is right. Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.