Role purpose

The Discovery Breeder plays a crucial role in enhancing the breeding pipeline through Design, test, & implement innovative breeding methodologies and Introgression diversity into Elite germplasm. Bringing new technologies to rice like – Haplotype Breeding, Gene-editing and HTP to rice. Hence In collaboration with Breeders, Product Positioning Scientists, and the Applied Genetics team, and other internal and external stake-holders. the Discovery Breeder will:

Develop, test, and implement innovative molecular breeding strategiesFocus on increasing genetic gainDeliver enriched, competitive germplasm to Market Segment breedersBringing new technologies to rice like – Haplotype Breeding, Gene-editing and HTP to rice

This position requires a synergistic approach, combining expertise in current and future breeding methodologies, molecular techniques, and commercial awareness to drive advancements in germplasm development and product innovation. Should have excellent stake-holder management and techno -commercial mind set.

Company Description

We are a leading, science-based agriculture company, empowering farmers to meet the demands of modern agriculture. Using cutting-edge innovation, we help farmers to grow resilient, healthy crops that can feed a growing global population, while promoting sustainable farming practices that protect and enhance our planet. Headquartered in Switzerland, we are a global agritech leader with more than 30,000 employees across over 90 countries.

https://www.syngenta.com/company

Qualifications

Accountabilities

Continuous improvement in modernizing Market Segment Breeding ProgramsSupport the modernization efforts of existing breeding programsImplement cutting-edge methodologies and technologiesOptimize Genetic Diversity StrategyDesign strategies for identifying, evaluating, and introgression of novel sources of valuable genetic diversityEnsure a robust and diverse genetic pool for future breeding effortsAnticipate Future Trait NeedsEnvision future trait requirements for specific market segmentsDevelop breeding plans to introgress identified traitsValidation of markers for existing traitsDeliver Competitive GermplasmProvide enriched, competitive germplasm to Market Segment breeders through pre-breeding activitiesEnsure the quality and relevance of delivered germplasmIdentification of germplasm suitable for Asia and China and plan proper germplasm leverage programAccelerate Pre-breeding Program DeliveryUtilize modern technologies to expedite the pre-breeding processImplement efficient workflows and methodologiesGene-editing and alternate sterility systemIdentify the gene-editing technological opportunity and development of the projectImplement the gene-editing project and explore opportunities for collaborationDocumentation and CommunicationConsistently document research data and resultsEffectively communicate findings across teamsFacilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration and capacity building

Knowledge, experience & capabilities

Education and ExperiencePh.D. in Quantitative Genetics with working experience in Genomic selection and gene-editingMinimum 5 years of experience in a commercial plant breedingTechnical knowledge on high-throughput phenotypingTechnical ExpertiseStrong experience in quantitative genetics, molecular breeding and gene-editing, including:Genome-wide phenotype-to-genotype associationGenomic selectionHaplotype breeding and gene-editingSuccessful implementation of quantitative genetics and genomic selection in breeding programsData Science Skills (Advantageous)Coding proficiency in R and/or PythonExperience with data visualization tools/applicationsInterpretation skills of basic experimental statisticsProject ManagementExperience managing projects in a team-oriented environmentAbility to develop and adhere to budgetsWork EnvironmentProven ability to operate independently in a complex matrix environmentProfessional NetworkWell-developed private and academic scientific networkLanguage ProficiencyFluency in English (mandatory)

Critical success factors & key challenges (KPIs)

Establishment of discovery projects for riceStreamlines the broadening the genetic base and allele enrichment projectsDevelopment of gene-editing projectsGermplasm leverage and Elite germplasm development

Additional information

Need to travel to different countries and work with different countries.Team is very agile, innovative, collaborative & continously empowering
Additional Information

People are at the heart of what we do:

Once a year Full body checkCompetitive insurance schemeEmployee assistance program – to take care of your and your loved ones mental healthPaid Vacation of 30days, 12 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, compassionate leavesEducation assistance – for your career growthPeople first culture translated into ‘Most Preferred place to work 2022-23 by Times group’

Note: 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, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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