Hazera is a worldwide leader in the breeding, development, production and marketing of hybrid vegetable seed varieties, characterized by advanced research & development, marketing throughout the world, and agro-technical support. Combining decades of experience with state-of-the-art technology, Hazera constantly develops new products that address market needs. Thanks to our core beliefs of expertise, trust, engagement and dynamism, shared by our committed teams we strive to continuously exceed the expectations of our customers. Hazera headquarters are situated in Israel and The Netherlands. With a worldwide presence through our 11 subsidiaries. Hazera is part of the Limagrain Group, an international agri-business based in France. Group, an international agri-business based in France.
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For the Company’s Short- and Intermediate-Day Onion breeding activities in the US, we are looking for a fulltime Assistant Onion Breeder based in Porterville (Tipton), California.

Can you imagine what a vegetable seed company of the future will look like? Does the thought of making the future a reality get you excited? Do you have experience working in a commercial R&D organization?

We are seeking passionate candidates to help Hazera transform the ways we provide value to our customers. Working collaboratively with all colleagues in Hazera and Limagrain Vegetables Seeds. Together, with our customers, we are redefining the future of vegetable seed business and developing innovative solutions to improve variety development.
In this position you will assist our Breeder with line and hybrid development, for a Breeding program targeted at one of the global onion markets. You are part of and interact closely with a multidisciplinary, international team of breeders and researchers, with different disciplines. You will have close interaction with the local operational team and with colleagues in different departments and countries. You will report to the Onion Breeder and are based at our breeding facilities in Porterville, CA.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Organize and perform, in agreement with the breeder’s guidelines, practical tasks related to the Breeding program;
• Collect and analyze crop data and provide transparent reports on progress made in breeding projects;
• Manage the inventory of parental lines and breeding material;
• Assist the Onion Breeder in carrying out the breeding program, but assume duties of the Onion Breeder, when necessary;
• Provide leadership to seasonal field staff;
• Some travel in the Western US and internationally for company meetings;
• Implement and monitor compliance of company policies on safety, health and environment;

Your background:

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, agronomy, plant pathology, genetics or related discipline.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Excellent administrative and computer skills;
• Proficient in English, basic level of Spanish is a plus;
• Experience in working in an agricultural environment;
• A restricted pesticide applicator license, or the ability to acquire one;
• Well organized, methodical and able to multitask;
• Interested in long term employment, growth within the company;
• Able to endure sometimes harsh weather conditions, as well as seasonal peaks of activities (including travel).

Information:

Working at Hazera means contributing in a professional way to the growth of our business, in an informal, international environment. We are customer and market oriented and teamwork is important. Other characteristics of our organization are openness, flexibility and orientation on results. We focus on employee development with consideration and respect for individual needs.

Are you up for a new challenge?

If you are enthusiastic to join a growing organization, please send us as soon as possible a letter of motivation and a detailed resume, preferably by e-mail to: webjobs@hazera.com.

Acquisition with reference to this advertisement will not be appreciated.