Turf Breeder, NA
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Food Production -
Research/Development
Research Scientist
Turf Breeder, NA
DLF North America is currently recruiting for a Turf Breeder, NA for our operation located in West Salem, Wisconsin. The Turfgrass Breeder is responsible for all activities related to turf breeding in North America, from sourcing breeding material, trial planning, data collection & analysis to application of candidates. This position is expected to be on-site the majority of working hours.
Essential duties and responsibilities include defining the appropriate number of entries expected in each national evaluation cycle, scaling program size in each species to deliver the expected number of candidates in national trials, bringing breeding expertise to update breeding goals and priorities in collaboration with Product Management and Product Development, and critically challenging the breeding program and driving it forward to success.
Qualifications include a Master's degree or PhD in Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences, Agronomy, Horticulture, or a related agricultural discipline. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in plant breeding, with demonstrated success in cultivar development and advancement is required. Compensation and benefits include a base salary, benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan with company contribution, paid holidays, vacation, and personal days.
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