Limagrain is a global company with deep local roots. Our parent company is an agricultural cooperative based in the Limagne-Val d’Allier plain, in the heart of Central France’s Auvergne region, while we are an international seed and agri-food group with some 9,600 employees working in 53 countries.
As the 4th largest seed company in the world, we achieved sales of 2.522 billion euros in 2023-2024, with additional sales of 729 million euros from activities carried out in collaboration with our strategic partners.
Function
As a Breeding Assistant in the R&D unit of Hazera, you will work closely with the Breeder and gain exposure to various markets, commercial perspectives, and decision-making processes. You will also learn to manage extensive cross-functional interfaces within a large global organization.
Job Description
Implement breeding programs, including sowing, planting, and laboratory tests.
Support field observations and selections both locally and internationally.
Train and supervise technicians and seasonal workers.
Responsibility for all breeding support activities.
Collaborate with local farmers and growers.
Document, report, and monitor plant development in breeding plots.
Track pollination team activities and perform pollinations in special programs.
Maintain breeding software systems (field lists, lab tests, seed inventory, etc.).
Coordinate with company laboratories and monitor test results.
Working hours: 06:00 – 15:00.
B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Agriculture or Life Sciences.
Valid driver’s license – mandatory.
High level of English – mandatory.
Background in genetics, molecular biology, and plant physiology – advantage.
Knowledge of statistics and statistical programming – an advantage.
Motivation for a role combining fieldwork with office tasks.
Computer literacy and proficiency in Office applications.
Willingness to travel abroad 2–3 times per year.
