- Identify and evaluate key factors influencing field emergence performance across KWS-relevant crops
- Develop methods to predict and improve field emergence performance and optimize seed production processes
- Conduct research on seed physiology, germination physiology, vigour, and seedling establishment
- Generate scientific expertise on seed physiology, seed germination, and seed quality
- Translate scientific findings and testing concepts into practical applications for seed production and seed technology
- Coordinate and support internal and external research collaborations on physiological, molecular, and seed biology topics
- Monitor scientific literature, emerging technologies, and intellectual property developments
- Assess and implement new technologies, methodologies, and equipment
- Develop selection criteria, molecular markers, and other tools for variety development and seed performance improvement
- Analyse experimental data, document research findings, and communicate results to stakeholders
- Coordinate laboratory activities, equipment management, procurement, laboratory safety, and compliance documentation
Requirements
- University degree in Agricultural Sciences, Biological Sciences, especially in plant and/or seed technology and/or seed physiology, or a related discipline
- PhD is an advantage
- Practical experience in basic research, seed physiology, and germination physiology
- Experience in assay development for routine applications
- Good knowledge of current analytical techniques relevant to seed research
- Basic understanding of statistics, molecular biology, and coding (e.g. R)
- Interest in AI-supported tools and innovative research methods
- Ability to work independently, creatively, and in a goal-oriented manner
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Willingness to continuously expand scientific and technical expertise
- Fluent English language skills
- Basic German language skills are a plus
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in seed physiology, germination physiology, and seed quality, with a strong ability to translate scientific findings into practical applications for seed production. Proficient in analytical techniques, molecular biology, and data analysis, with a commitment to continuous learning and collaboration.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Seed Physiology Expertise
- Germination Physiology Knowledge
- Analytical Techniques Proficiency
- Molecular Biology Understanding
- Research Collaboration Experience
Hard Skills
- Seed Physiology
- Germination Physiology
- Assay Development
- Analytical Techniques
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis
- Statistical Analysis
- Coding (R)
- Experimental Design
- Seed Quality Assessment
Soft Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Creativity
- Goal-Oriented Work
- Independence
Certifications & Qualifications
- PhD in Agricultural Sciences
- PhD in Biological Sciences
Industry Keywords
- Seed Technology
- Field Emergence Performance
- Seed Production Processes
- Molecular Markers
- Variety Development
- Seedling Establishment
- Scientific Literature Monitoring
- Compliance Documentation
- Laboratory Safety
- Procurement Management
Tools & Technologies
- AI-Supported Tools
- Laboratory Equipment
- Research Methodologies
- Emerging Technologies
- Intellectual Property Management
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