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Line Development Breeder - Lichtenburg (mons-00010723) - (Lichtenburg, South Africa)
Company: Monsanto
Website: http://www.monsanto.com
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Open Til: 20-Dec-09
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Crop Protection/Chemicals
Career Type: Researcher/Scientist
Job Type: Full Time
Minimum Years Experience Required: N/A
Salary: Competitive
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Job Description:
Ensure the development of improved maize inbred lines and hybrids utilizing the latest breeding technologies for the South African market.
Collaborate with other Breeders to conduct a research program including population development, selection, the operation of summer and winter nurseries and involvement in the hybrid testing program.
Contribute to recruitment, training, development and retention of staff as well as budget management and care and maintenance of company assets.
Remain up to date with the technical advances pertaining to advanced breeding techniques.
Ensure that the research team is trained in all ESH procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
Travel to trials within South Africa. Some international travel will also be required.
Please send applications to ntsako.makondo@monsanto.com .
Required Skills:
PhD in Plant Breeding and Genetics or MSc in Plant Breeding or Plant Genetics or related field with 5+ years plant breeding experience
Strong background in plant breeding, genetics, field plot technique and statistical analysis, molecular biology and molecular marker applications.
Experience in maize breeding is preferred.
Proven track record in a commercial corn breeding program, strong knowledge of modern technical approaches to germplasm improvement.
Proficient in the applications of molecular marker technology to applied plant breeding.
A solid track record of innovation and process improvement in an applied breeding program
Proficiency with database applications, MS Excel, experimental design, and statistics are required
Must be in possession of a valid South Africa/Internantional driver's license
Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential to this role.
Excellent leadership skills and ability to thrive in a team based work environment.
Must be highly self-motivated, detail oriented, and innovative
A strong results orientation and good organizational ability are essential
Must be willing and able to do field work
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