Pre-breeding Assistant Allium & Brassica

Hazera is a global leader in the seed industry. Hazera brings expertise, commitment and support, combining decades of experience with state-of-the-art technology. Hazera breeds, develops, produces and markets varieties and seeds in a wide range of vegetable crops around the world. Hazera’s headquarters are situated in Israel and in The Netherlands, with subsidiaries in twelve countries and an extensive distribution network providing services in over 100 additional markets.

For our R&D location in Warmenhuizen, we are looking for a Prebreeding Assistant (Allium & Brassica).

Within the Allium - Brassica pre-breeding Team, under the prebreeder leadership, the main goal of the role is to ensure the technical management of discovery projects and genetic resources with the help of operation in compliance with pre-breeding frameworks and close collaboration with Allium and Brassica research, breeding and local operational teams, which are based in different locations both in Netherlands and abroad.

Role & Responsibilities

The general mission of the position holder is to carry out the management and multiplication of the genetic material necessary for the development of the pre-breeding activity within the framework of research projects. You will be responsible for coordination of the various technical works related to the projects, planning, organizing and implementing activities in compliance with safety instructions. You will ensure the smooth execution of the projects with the support of operations and by interacting with other research teams (breeding, phytopathology, cell biology, digital phenotyping), and other departments (IT, packaging and shipping departments). You will also ensure the continuous improvement of the processes and methods in place and the implementation of new activities, and regularly report on the progress of projects to the direct manager.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree, University Diploma in Technology (BUT), or Master’s in Agronomy and/or Plant Breeding
• Knowledge of conducting experimental trials both in the greenhouse and open field; mastery of cultivation techniques in plant production
• General computer skills: MS Office, SharePoint; ability to quickly adapt to specific company IT systems, databases, data processing, and analysis software
• Basic knowledge of statistics
• Proven analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Scientific rigor and critical thinking
• Team spirit and good communication skills; open-mindedness
• Interest in a dynamic work environment where daily activity changes according to season
• Enthusiasm for crop development, scoring and interpreting results
• Motivation to learn and constantly improve processes and tools
• Well organized, methodical, and able to multitask
• Able to endure sometimes harsh weather conditions, as well as seasonal peaks of activities (including travel domestically and internationally)
• Flexible, convincing, and entrepreneurial attitude
• Fluent in English & Dutch
• Driver’s license

Our Offer

• Collective Labour Agreement (CLA) for Horticultural Seed Companies
• 25 days paid holidays (full time employment)
• 13 days paid ATV (full time employment)
• Vitality leave to facilitate sustainable employability (number of days depending on age)
• Holiday allowance of 8.33%
• Lease-a-bike to promote sustainable employability
• Discount on collective health insurances
• Commuting allowance according to the CLA
• Free fresh fruits
• Free fresh vegetables to take home in the growing season
• Career opportunities within Limagrain Group (access to all vacancies, local & abroad)
• Learning & Development opportunities (Hazera Academy)
• Working with passionate colleagues
• Active Employee Association (regular events, e.g. BBQ & Padel)

Do you already see yourself as part of the Hazera Seeds team? Then we are looking for you, as our growth and success are driven by passionate and dedicated individuals!

For more details, get in contact with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Andreea Catarov at +31634594452 or via email: andreea.catarov@hazera.com