Agronomist

Ready to bring your agronomy expertise into an innovative breeding environment? Join MindCapture and contribute to the development of advanced wheat breeding technologies.

What's offered?
We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package (meal vouchers, eco vouchers, DKV health insurance, group insurance, net expense allowance and a company car). You also get the opportunity to shape your future through personalised training and development.

At MindCapture, you choose what you love, build on your strengths and make a difference where it matters most.

You will work as a MindCapture consultant for our client in the agriculture industry.

Job Description:

Support the breeder in developing and operating a mature breeding pipeline
Generate breeding populations in greenhouses in Belgium using methods that shorten generation cycles where possible
Plan and execute greenhouse activities for parental line development with limited supervision
Grow and evaluate plants and seed samples according to agreed procedures
Set climate parameters, monitor plant growth, perform crossing activities, harvest and process seeds
Plan and execute leaf or seed sampling for genotyping
Evaluate plant characteristics and plant diseases
Assemble data and report results in a timely manner
Manage seed storage inventory and shipments
Maintain records using appropriate digital tools and databases
Troubleshoot and maintain equipment used for seed evaluation and processing
Collaborate with local teams and other functions on greenhouse, technical and safety activities

Requirements :
Training in agriculture, biology or equivalent relevant work experience
Professional experience in cereal breeding and applied plant research
Knowledge of common agricultural and laboratory procedures
Experience with greenhouse activities, plant growth protocols and crop protection
Experience performing crosses, harvesting spikes and processing seeds
Mechanical aptitude for handling, modifying and adapting relevant equipment
Ability to design and execute experiments
Ability to manage multiple tasks independently with occasional supervision
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work with diverse teams
Intermediate computer skills with motivation to learn new digital breeding tools
Ability to analyse, review and summarise data effectively
Good technical and interpersonal communication skills
Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and following safe working practices
English and Dutch language skills

Are you ready to make a real difference in agritech?
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Apply now and let's make an impact together
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If MindCapture sees a potential fit, we'll get in touch as soon as possible.
If you don't hear from us within two weeks, it simply means that this particular position wasn't the right match. In that case, we'll gladly keep your profile in mind for future roles that could suit you better.