AgReliant Genetics is the fastest growing independent seed company in the industry and currently the 4th largest field seeds company in the United States. Our goal is to offer the best seed products to our North American customers through superior research, breeding and production techniques by focusing ONLY on seed.

Headquartered in Westfield, Indiana, AgReliant Genetics is owned by two of the largest independent seed companies in the world. KWS and Limagrain bring over 200 years of combined seed experience to AgReliant Genetics. Innovation, superior service and exceptional customer value are the center point of our multiple brand offering. AgReliant Genetics offers the best seed products available through the brands; AgriGold, LG Seeds, Great Lakes Hybrids, Wensman, Producers Hybrids, and Pride.

AgReliant Genetics is currently seeking a Station Manager/Corn Breeder for our Kearney, Nebraska location.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for research facility, or portion of facility devoted to crop; responsible for own budget, responsible for conducting a maize breeding program in Nebraska.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for maintaining the highest level of confidentiality, customer service and professionalism; responsible for promoting a positive image of the company and the research department.
• Develop breeding & testing program for Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas that produces commercial inbreeds and hybrids competitive with products on the market in those areas.
• Supports management decisions regarding strategy of the research department.
• Manage Budget for the station as assigned by management each year. Oversee proper maintenance of AgReliant research facility and equipment. Works closely with Human Resources to staff full-time positions.
• Supervise 3-4 research associates to work cooperatively and efficiently as a team.
• Assist in the education and training of new AgReliant associates and interns
• Travel to AgReliant winter nurseries in Puerto Rico, Chile, and/or Argentina
• Travel to Europe for internal Research Meetings with Parent companies.
• Participate & cooperate with Molecular Breeding team on projects of mutual interest.
• Other duties as required.

Duties and responsibilities may be revised as needed by the Director of Corn Research either verbally and/or in writing.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ph.D., M.S., or B.S. degree with a minimum of 5 years experience in corn breeding.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a corn research program.
• Excellent planning and organization skills; ability to plan and manage multiple projects completely and accurately; attention to detail; problem analysis and problem resolution skills; strong interpersonal and communication skills required, working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint preferred) and common PC-based software.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work required hours;
• ability to lift 50 lbs.;
• ability to work in both field and station as required;
• requires 30-40 nights of travel a year;
• must have valid driver’s license and meet MVR guidelines of the company.

The cornerstone of the success of AgReliant Genetics is our people. At every level, our employees have a hand in maintaining the company’s reputation and furthering our growth. That’s why we pursue excellent people and do our best to provide a challenging and rewarding work experience.

We present many exciting and challenging employment opportunities in a variety of disciplines – research & development, sales & marketing, production, administration, human resources, information technology, accounting and finance.

We offer a competitive benefits package and salary commensurate with experience. AgReliant Genetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is an "at will" employer.

Please submit your resumes to Jobs@AgReliantGenetics.com