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POSITION:
Foundation
Seed Crop Specialist
Location: Woodland,
California
Seminis Vegetable Seeds, a division of
Monsanto Company and the
world's largest developer, grower and marketer of fruit and
vegetable seeds is seeking a FOUNDATION SEED CROP SPECIALIST at
our Woodland, California location.
In this role the candidate will
plan and execute inbred increases utilizing world wide Seminis
resources and will have the following responsibilities:
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Monitor
and evaluate the stability of FS increases and assure
genetic integrity.
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Monitor
Foundation Seed inventory levels and maintain current
quality testing standards.
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Implement
and evaluate purity trials using world wide Seminis capacity
on all Foundation Seed material to ensure the genetic
integrity of the seed lot.
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Establish
and assure all quality guidelines are being met and assess
material against benchmarks for productive performance.
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Perform a
check and balance quality assurance function to assure that
new material entering the system is free from genetic
contaminants and variability.
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Monitor
Stock seed inventory levels and quality status in order to
prepare Foundation Seed for anticipated increases.
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Expand on
inbred line core descriptors in COVAR description database.
This also includes maintaining the photo data base portion.
The successful candidate will
possess a BS/MS in a scientific discipline and 2+ years in a
related agricultural field as well as experience &/or coursework
in plant genetics. The candidate must be physically capable of
working in field or greenhouse conditions and have the ability
to supervise large seasonal labor crews. Detailed oriented and
proficiency in computer applications are essential skills.
Please visit our Career website at
www.seminis.com to apply
online and select:
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location: Woodland, California
- FOUNDATION SEED CROP SPECIALIST
- req. #mons-00008649
Monsanto is an equal opportunity
employer. We value diversity.
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