Remote Plant Breeder - Grains
Cape Town, 7561, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Research/Development
Agriculture / Farming, Genetics / Genomics, Biotechnology, Research Scientist
About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Remote Plant Breeder specializing in grains to join their cutting-edge research and development team. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for developing new, high-performance grain varieties through advanced breeding techniques, contributing significantly to food security and agricultural sustainability. This role demands a deep understanding of genetics, molecular biology, and agronomic principles, coupled with the ability to manage projects independently in a virtual environment.
You will collaborate with a global team of scientists and researchers, driving the future of grain production.
- Design and execute plant breeding programs for key grain crops, focusing on yield, disease resistance, and quality traits.
- Utilize advanced molecular breeding techniques, including marker-assisted selection (MAS) and genomic selection (GS).
- Conduct field trials, collect and analyze data, and interpret results to select superior lines.
- Manage breeding nurseries, seed increase programs, and germplasm collections.
- Collaborate virtually with plant pathologists, agronomists, and data scientists to ensure integrated breeding approaches.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in plant genetics and breeding technologies.
- Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Genetics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in quantitative genetics and plant breeding.
- Demonstrated success in developing and releasing new crop varieties.
- Proficiency with breeding software and statistical analysis tools (e.g., R, SAS, JMP).
- Experience with molecular breeding techniques and interpretation of genomic data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
- Competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Generous home office stipend and IT support.
- Opportunities for professional growth and virtual conference attendance.
- Flexible working hours and a truly remote work environment.
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