KWS LOCHOW POLSKA Sp. z o.o. specializes in breeding new plant varieties and producing high-quality seed material. Our portfolio includes maize, rapeseed, sugar beet, and hybrid rye; however, rye breeding is our main area of expertise.
We are currently looking for a Plant Breeding Technician to join our team in Kondratowice (Lower Silesia Province, Strzelin County, Poland). This is a full‑time position available immediately.
Responsibilities
Provide technical support for breeding processes in line development, with a strong focus on greenhouse hybrid rye breeding programs
Plan, execute, and supervise operational activities and trials related to selfing, crossing and evaluating rye inbred lines in both greenhouse and field (sowing, transplanting, manual harvesting)
Coordination of station staff and seasonal workers
Preparation of plant material for marker‑assisted selection
Assess and analyze field observation and plant development using digital data‑collection systems and mobile applications
Collaborate closely with specialists and provide technical support in research activities
Prepare graphs, tables, and descriptive statistics as part of the annual reporting process
Technical coordination of seed and plant exchange between working groups
Preparation and maintenance of breeding documentation in Polish and English
Candidate Profile
University degree in agriculture, preferred field of study: plant breeding and seed production, general agriculture, or related fields
Experience in agricultural work related to plant breeding and/or field trials is an advantage
Strong interest in plants and plant‑related work
Good command of MS Office, especially Excel
High level of availability, commitment, and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team
Fluency in Polish (spoken and written) and communicative level of English
Valid driving license, category B
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for business purposes
We offer
Attractive remuneration complemented by a comprehensive package of social and health benefits
Full‑time employment based on an employment contract
An independent position with opportunities for further professional and personal development
Work in an international environment characterized by a high organizational culture and a supportive, friendly team
We look forward to receiving your application (CV with cover letter and information about your expected gross monthly salary) via our online application system!
KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. Nearly 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries generated net sales of around €1.68 billion in the fiscal year 2023/2024. A company with a tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for almost 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape, and sunflower. KWS uses leading‑edge plant breeding methods to continuously improve yield for farmers and plants’ resistance to diseases, pests and abiotic stress. To that end, the company invested more than €300 million last fiscal year in research and development. For more information: www.kws.com/career. Follow us on Linked In® at https://linkedin.com/company/kwsgroup/.
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