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Syngenta Group

Global AgTech leader in crop protection

Glasshouse Technician

Translational Research & Bench BiologyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBad Salzuflen, GermanyIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Training as an LTA or PT and/or a bachelor's degree in agriculture, biology, or a similar qualification.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Knowledge of quality management.
  • Ability to work in accordance with HSE requirements.
  • Good German and English language skills.
  • A Class 3 driver's license may be required for outdoor trials within the area of responsibility.
  • Willingness to perform careful and independent work.
  • Interest in working with plants and in a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct breeding projects in the glasshouse, including possible field transplanting and isolations, through harvest and seed cleaning.
  • Technically support implementation of SD-GWH projects in the DEBS glasshouse, especially crossing trials, and provide glasshouse services for various demanders.
  • Take responsibility, in coordination with the glasshouse specialist and Lab, Seeds Processing and GH Team Lead, for implementing planned breeding glasshouse experiments and, where applicable, glasshouse-related field plantings on schedule and to the required quality and quantity.
  • Generate and subsequently harvest breeding seed, including seed production such as crossing and backcrossing materials and, where applicable, DH plantings.
  • Perform general plant care and, where applicable, plant protection work in the glasshouse, including assessments when required.
  • Work effectively with temporary employees, assistants, students, and interns.
  • Collaborate closely with the Nursery and Seed Production team and site phytopathology, as well as in cross-crop and cross-functional project collaborations.
  • Maintain project-related data in breeding database systems and support recording and inventorying of generated seed.
  • Comply with and further develop HSE and quality management measures at various glasshouse workplaces.

About the Company

Syngenta Group

Global AgTech leader in crop protection

Syngenta Group is a global agricultural technology company based in Basel, Switzerland, with over 50,000 employees in more than 90 countries. It focuses on creating solutions for local and global farming problems by combining research and development with artificial intelligence. It is the world's largest AgTech company by revenue, leading in crop protection, biologicals, and holding a strong position in seeds. The company maintains one of the largest product pipelines in the industry and consistently brings new products to market.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Basel, Switzerland
Founded
2020

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