Greenhouse Technician Oilseed Rape Breeding (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF

Agriculture plays a fundamental role in fulfilling many of humanity's basic needs: food, feed, energy. To support growers and those who take care of our environment, BASF develops innovative solutions for farming, pest control and landscape management - so that we can effectively contribute to improving people's lives and business' demands. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for sustainable agriculture at the Innovation Center of BASF Belgium Coordination Center CommV in Gent, Belgium.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Within BASF seed and Traits R&D, The European Oilseed Rape Breeding department develops spring and winter oilseed rape hybrids for the EMEA business region. As a Technician in Breeding and with a love for plants, your position involves the executing of a broad range of Greenhouse experiments in a reproducible and reliable way as input for the Oilseeds Breeding hybrid program. The person we are looking for will be located on our breeding station in Astene, Belgium and will be part of a team of several fellow plant-loving colleagues. You will report directly to the Greenhouse Team Leader.

This is what you can expect:

• As a Technician, you will be hands-on involved in the execution of greenhouse projects (e.g.: seed increase, backcrossing or breeder seed production) including project management and practical implementation covering the seed-to-seed workflow. This includes sowing, transplanting, plant sampling, seed production, seed harvesting and seed cleaning.


• You will acquire knowhow and maintain agility in plant crossing activities.


• You will ensure optimal growth conditions for the crop, and you will monitor plant pests and diseases proactively.


• You will strictly plan the Greenhouse activities reckoning the oilseed field season to meet tight deadlines.


• You will plan and execute your work independently in alignment with the team goals. You are willing to take initiative and to take on additional tasks and responsibilities.


• You will record, compile and summarize data to outline the productions to your supervisor.


• You will contribute to optimizing workflows and you will troubleshoot where needed.


• You will work in a dynamic collaboration with your team colleagues.


• When needed, you will provide support to the Doubled Haploid laboratory and greenhouse activities.


• You will supervise and train temporary staff.


• You will interact with other teams such as Breeders, Doubled Haploid team, Pathology and Field Breeding team, Analytical Lab, Facility Management and Discovery Breeding to ensure continuity in day-to-day operations.


• You will act as a role model with respect to ensuring compliance with the relevant company Standards (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment, Biosafety, Stewardship,...).

WHAT YOU OFFER

• You have a passion for plants and are excited to apply your knowledge in a vibrant greenhouse environment.


• You hold a Bachelor or Master degree in Life Sciences or equivalent through relevant successful experience.


• You have a basic knowledge and interest in plants, with a preference for foundational understanding of plant breeding and molecular breeding.


• You work accurate and you are flexible to meet the tight field season deadlines. Additionally, you are self-organized, and you have very good planning and reporting skills.


• You are a team player who is eager to learn.


• You provide technical guidance and coach new co-workers.


• You exhibit a positive, enthusiastic, and pragmatic attitude, with a strong “getting-things-done” mentality.


• You can communicate effectively, both orally and writing, in Dutch and English.


• You have relevant computer skills (Microsoft Office) and a strong digital mindset, with an affinity for relevant software and databases. Additionally, you are confident in integrating new digital tools into your daily workflow.


• You have a phytolicense or you are willing to obtain your phytolicense.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A permanent contract within an attractive working environment in a professional and motivated team.


• A role with challenging assignments and responsibilities.


• An attractive base salary in relation to your diploma and competencies, an annual bonus and extra-legal benefits.

HOW TO REACH US

If you need more information about the process or the vacancy, you can reach our recruiting team here. 

ABOUT US

BASF is a multinational company dedicated to revolutionizing agricultural science. We are committed to developing innovative solutions that address global challenges in food security and sustainability.  

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