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POSITION:
Seed
Technology Research Associate, EMEA
If you enjoy confronting new
challenges through innovation, then you need to work with us.
Seminis, the vegetable
seeds division of Monsanto, is the largest developer, grower and
marketer of fruit and vegetable seeds in the world dedicated to
improving global nutrition. We are looking for people with new
ideas, eager to grow in a leading company. With well known
brands as Asgrow, Bruinsma, Petoseed and Royal Sluis, Seminis is
active in over 150 countries.
We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate for our location in
Enkhuizen to strengthen our Seed Technology department in the
position of Seed Technology Research Associate, EMEA
(m/f, fulltime)
The job
The
candidate will be an integral part of the Seed Technology
team, responsible for conducting and analyzing
multi-discipline research experiments aimed at improving
seed quality and plantability. The individual will be
capable of working independently and in a group setting
successfully. Travel may be necessary on an occasional basis
to Seminis international locations (Europe, USA).
Your tasks and responsibilities
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Participate in (and be comfortable with) multiple research
projects group focused on seed quality improvements.
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Demonstrate strong technical, analytical and troubleshooting
skills in the area of seed enhancement (priming, pelleting,
drying and storage, conditioning, seed treatment and
sanitation).
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Using
appropriate laboratory tools and resources including
germination chambers, plug testing facilities, and
analytical instruments to identify measurable,
distinguishing features and characteristics during young
plant development, as well as documenting findings.
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Work with
Seed Technology scientists and production staff to support
and evaluate priming, coating and seed treatments and
technology enhancements.
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Develop
and/or optimize new or existing seed enhancement protocols
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Perform a
variety of research laboratory tasks and experiments,
collect data, analyze data and interpret results.
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Write
reports, summaries, and protocols regarding experiments.
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Actively
participates in Seminis ESH (Environment, Safety, Health)
Program.
Your qualifications
Minimum:
M.S. degree with at least 2 years commercial experience in seed
research.
Preferred: Ph.D in Agronomy, Vegetable Science, Seed
Technology, Seed Physiology, or Plant Biology.
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Functional and technical proficiency to include seed or
other agriculture experience
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Result
oriented leadership capability
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Excellent
communications skills including the capability to clearly
present information and influence or persuade others through
oral or written communications
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Decision
making and problem solving skills. Capability to take action
in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a
realistic understanding of issues
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Capability to work with and lead people in such a manner as
to build high morale and group commitments to goals and
objectives
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Ability
to work in a fast-paced global and multi-cultural vegetable
seed company
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Use of
statistical analysis in problem solving and decision making
For more information about
the position you can contact Hutton John, e-mail
Hutton.J.John@seminis.com.
Written applications should be sent to the Human
Resources department before January 4th
2009 to
HumanResources.Enkhuizen@Seminis.com.
Monsanto Holland BV
P.O.Box 22
1600 AA Enkhuizen
The Netherlands
www.seminis.com
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