Full Time

Plant Breeder (Satara)

Satara

About Us:

With 34 years of dedicated service in India’s onion seed sector, Rahee Natural Seeds Pvt. Ltd. has become a trusted leader in the industry. We are currently seeking a plant Breeder to join our team. We welcome applicationsfrom enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about research and devlopment and committed to making a positive impact on India’s farming communities.

Job Profile:

To play a vital role in developing high quality seed varieties to meet the needs of indian farmers and agricultural market, this position involves the designing and implementing the breeding programmes, conducting  field trials and employing the genetic techniques to enhance the crop yields, disease resistance and climate adaptability and closely collaboration with the agronomy and marketing team to ensure the market demand and and fulfill the company’s goal.

Responsibilities:

  • Breeding Program Development: Design and manage breeding programs focused on high-yielding, disease-resistant and climate-resilient varieties. Set objectives and timelines aligned with company goals.
  • Research & Genetic Improvement: Conduct research on crop genetics, focusing on yield and resilience. Use modern breeding techniques like cross-breeding and selection to incorporate desirable traits.
  • Field Trials & Evaluation: Plan and monitor field trials to assess new varieties across soil and climate conditions. Analyse results to refine breeding strategies.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with agronomy, product development and sales to ensure new varieties meet market demands and provide technical support for product launches.
  • Market & Farmer Engagement: Engage with farmers and monitor market trends to keep products competitive. Integrate feedback into breeding programs.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Documentation: Ensure regulatory compliance, maintain thorough documentation and oversee new variety registrations.
  • Reporting & Communication: Provide reports on breeding progress and trial outcomes to guide product strategy and keep internal teams aligned.
  • Data Management & Analysis: Maintain detailed records and leverage data insights to optimise breeding cycles.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay updated on plant breeding advancements and apply new knowledge to improve breeding practices.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in plant breeding and genetics or related field.
  • Proven experience in plant breeding, preferably in vegetable crops or onions.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools.
  • Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting.
  • Passion for agriculture and commitment to advancing sustainable farming practices.

Salary:

Attractive salary and other benefits offered to the right candidates with a minimum starting salary of ₹18,000 per month.

Facility:

Traveling allowance should be paid separately.

Application Details:

Interested candidates are requested to send their applications to careers@raheeseeds.com. Please attach the following documents

  • Updated CV with signature.
  • Last month's salary slip from your current company.
  • Last educational qualification certificate.

Important Dates:

  • Date of application: From 11.11.2024 to 20.11.2024.
  • Short listed candidate primary telephonic verification and shortlisting: 21.11.2024 to 23.11.2024.
  • Online interview of shortlisted candidates: 25.11.2024 to 28.11.2024.
  • Face-to-face interview in Satara: To be communicated to shortlisted candidates.

Note:

Please refrain from sending any details via WhatsApp.

For inquiries, please contact:

Rahee Natural Seeds Pvt Ltd.
Satara, India.
Email: careers@raheeseeds.com
Contact: +91 8766718802
Website: www.raheeseeds.com

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