We are looking for employees with a high level of motivation and commitment. Our company is based on innovation and creativity; we need people with a creative attitude and way of working to develop our products. Do you identify with our values?

Do you have a passion for breeding? Would you like to be part of a team that enthusiastically and successfully develops innovative products? If so, apply for this full-time vacancy for Assistant breeding at our offices in Cartagena (Spain), ¡We have two vacancies!

Within the breeding department of Rijk Zwaan we are developing new varieties for different climatic conditions. The assistant is involved in practical breeding activities such as valuating and reporting on the various selection and variety trials, both at home and abroad. sowing, crosses, harvesting, seed logistic and reporting the results in our breeding administration system; 50% of the job has office tasks like planning and co-ordination of trials. You work in close contact with the breeding team in Spain.

We are seeking an assistant breeding with:

• Degree or BSc Agriculture or similar
• Good team player
• Analysis Capacity
• Good communication skills
• Have a keen eye for detail and take a pragmatic approach
• Good knowledge of Spanish and English

Besides an academic level of thinking, we are looking for a very practical candidate who is not afraid of dirty hands and feet in the field. You must also be willing to travel abroad.

We can offer you:

• a solid position in a strong vegetable seed company
• a young developing team
• international exposure and many options to develop your skills within Rijk Zwaan

Interested?

We will consider your application carefully, which may take some time. You will hear from us as soon as possible.