Germplasm Development Scientist

Job Description

Breeding Program Leadership

• Develop Inbreds and Hybrids for Philippines Tropical rainfed program
• Collaborating with multiple teams (Global and regional germplasm development teams, Applied team, Trait Integration team, Breeding operations team, Portfolio planning team) for product development.

Technical Responsibilities

Project Management

• Support Design and implementation of breeding projects
• Champion modern breeding methods
• Support Germplasm development lead to plan crosses and testing protocols; assist in selections
• Manage pipeline advancement decisions

Communication & Reporting

• Update development of lines and hybrid status
• Maintain pipeline and advancement statistics
• Monitor KPIs and program efficiency

Technology Integration

• Implement Genomics-assisted breeding (GAB)
• Utilize DH and modern breeding tools
• Integrate GM traits in the lines and Hybrids
• Participate in global protocol improvements
• Coordinate with regional seed operations

Business Accountabilities

Pipeline & Product Development

• Drive genetic gain to deliver superior commercial products meeting market demands
• Manage breeding pipelines from concept to commercial release
• Ensure product development aligns with Target Product Profile (TPP) and market requirements
• Meet annual advancement targets for new hybrids/varieties
• Optimize breeding cycle time and resource utilization

• Maintain competitive advantage through innovative breeding strategies

Resource & Investment Management

• Manage annual breeding program budget effectively
• Optimize resource allocation across projects
• Drive cost-efficient breeding operations
• Making data-driven decisions on project investments

Business Impact & Value Creation

• Contribute to market share growth through superior genetics
• Develop products that command premium pricing
• Support commercial teams with technical product knowledge
• Protect intellectual property through proper documentation
• Build long-term germplasm value for sustainable business growth

 

Qualifications

Knowledge, experience & capabilities

• Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and Genetics or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ of successful breeding experience
• Proven commercial breeding success

Critical knowledge

• Advanced plant breeding and corn germplasm expertise
• Strong GWS and marker applications knowledge
• Statistical and field plot techniques
• Cross-cultural business operations

Critical experience

• R&D team leadership
• Complex project management
• Matrix environment operations
• Cross-functional collaboration

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

• Leadership and innovation capabilities
• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced computer proficiency
• R&D process understanding

Additional Information

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