Research Associate Hybrid Wheat (f/m/d) - part time 60%

As part of our activities in Bad Salzuflen Germany, Syngenta is looking for a:

Research Associate Hybrid Wheat (f/m/d) 

Role purpose:

The Wheat Research Associate assists and supports the Wheat Breeding Lead in all aspects of breeding pipeline progression – in the execution, implementation and management of breeding projects in the field and in the greenhouse, such as (pre-)selections and crossbreeding trials

Responsibilities/main tasks:

• Breeding program management: responsible for the technical organization of sowing, breeding field management, coordination of the harvest and sowing preparation
• Data and breeding material management: Recording and inputting breeding data, further development of breeding plant material from stage to stage including material management in planning, breeding and material tracking tools
• People management: Instruction and breeding support of the operational team as well as content training of the technical-operational as well as seasonal staff
• Finance/Budget: Works within the budget-driven framework of the breeding program with ensuring appropriate resource planning and allocation with a focus on an appropriate cost-of-good (CoG) level
• Work on conventional line material and later as part of a hybrid wheat program
• Operational tasks: Development of wheat varieties for the Continental Winter Zone EU with market opportunities according to the TPP
• Leverage internal and external R&D capabilities to support the breeding program with new and efficient technical innovations.
• Securing a seed pipeline in quantity and quality for efficient seed development and transfer to seed production, product evaluation, marketing and sales.

Knowledge and experience expected:

• Master of Science (or equivalent) in Plant Breeding, Agronomy, Biology, or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of breeding methodologies, agronomy, and the winter wheat market/quality profiles.
• Extensive hands-on experience in managing both field and greenhouse trials, from setup to execution.
• Fluency in English and German (written/spoken) and the ability to collaborate effectively with regional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in using databases and MS Office for processing large datasets.
• Structured, independent, and stress-resistant work style with a focus on precision and priority setting.

We offer:

• Attractive compensation package (incl. Christmas bonus/holiday pay)
• 30 days of vacation
• Home office options
• 24/7 group accident insurance
• Above-average social benefits
• Occupational health physician
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (psychosocial counseling and support)
• Modern IT equipment / company mobile phone
• On-site parking
• Comprehensive onboarding period
• Wide range of training and development opportunities
• Career opportunities within a leading international company
• Open company culture, dynamic team, flat hierarchy
• Company events
• Employee discounts (Corporate Benefits program)
• Company fitness & wellbeing via EGYM Wellpass

Employment: part-time 60%

Contract: permanent

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.