To lead and execute the Foundation and Stock Seed Recovery Program, focusing on restoring and maintaining genetic integrity of parent lines for hybrid flower varieties, with initial emphasis on Zinnia elegans. This role will establish robust protocols for foundation seed management, implement systematic parent line restoration, and ensure long-term sustainability of genetic resources.

Duties:

Evaluate and assess hybrid and parent line performance to determine genetic integrity.Develop and implement comprehensive restoration strategies for compromised parent lines.Establish standardized protocols for Foundation and Stock seed management.Lead the cleanup and development of foundation seed for Magellan, Uproar, and Zowie varieties.Design and oversee quality control measures including variability profiling and cull frequency assessments.Train production teams on proper foundation and stock seed handling procedures.Optimize generation advancement strategies to maintain genetic purity.Analyze and recommend cost-effective approaches for hybrid production.Create documentation systems for tracking genetic resources and seed lots.Identify and prioritize additional varieties requiring parent line restoration.Collaborate with breeding and production teams to ensure seamless implementation of recovery programs.
Company Description

Syngenta Flowers is a leading global breeder and wholesaler producing seeds, cuttings and young plants in the flowering pot- and bedding plants market. We aim to bring innovative products, outstanding quality, and best-in-class technical support that help growers produce more attractive and higher quality products for gardens around the globe.

Qualifications

Education:

M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Plant Genetics, Seed Science, or related field required.Additional coursework in Plant Pathology, Statistical Analysis, and Population Genetics preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in:Seed production and foundation seed management.Plant breeding or genetics research.Quality control systems in seed industry.Parent line maintenance and genetic purity preservation.Leading technical projects and programs.
Additional Information

Salary for this role is $78,400 - $117,600 per year. 

What We Offer: 

A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.  401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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