Do you share a passion for plants and want to contribute your skills in a results-oriented way? Then join our team at KWS LOCHOW GmbH at our breeding station in Wetze. We are looking for a dedicated Breeding Technician (m/f/d) for our innovative research and breeding team focused on hybrid wheat. This varied position is permanent and full-time.
We can’t wait to receive your application and to shape the future of plant breeding together with you!
The following exciting tasks await you in this role:
* Planning, conducting, and evaluating field and greenhouse trials for internal and external research projects.
* Supporting and guiding operational teams in sowing preparation, sowing, (digital) phenotyping, harvesting and processing.
* Running lab analyses to check grain quality and baking performance.
* Collaborating with breeding teams, molecular genetics, production, and other departments within KWS.
Bring in your strengths:
* Completed training in the agricultural sector or a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Sciences.
* First professional experience in plant breeding desirable.
* Good skills in common MS-Office applications and Driving license class B.
* Fluent German language skills and solid proficiency in spoken and written English.
* Very good communication and teamwork skills, paired with a structured, goal-oriented work style.
* Enjoyment of working outdoors, along with flexibility and willingness to travel between our German locations during seasonal peak periods.
Start your future with us! What we offer to help you grow:
* This KWS location is characterized by the corporate values of a family-run company in a small, collegial team of about 35-40 employees.
* Our breeding station is located in the countryside near our headquarters in southern Lower Saxony, but still offers a good connection to Göttingen / Hannover.
* We create the right framework conditions for your: capital-forming benefits, company pension scheme, Christmas and holiday bonus, childcare allowance.
* According to the motto: "Make yourself grow!" we promote individual professional and personal development.
Did we spark your interest?
Then apply now via our online portal and send us your documents. We look forward to getting to know you!