GLOBAL ANALYST, PRE-BREEDING

Responsibilities

• Maintain barley trials in a field and greenhouse setting.
• This position primarily works in early generation utilizing both traditional and speed breeding techniques.
• Monitor crop health and ensure minimum quality standards utilizing fertilizers, herbicides, and other chemical treatments when necessary.
• Conduct crossing trials, including emasculation, pollination, and maintenance of new barley populations.
• Harvest, process, and catalogue barley populations and lines in both greenhouse and field settings, ensuring accurate record-keeping and organization.
• Assist in the collection, processing, and storage of seeds, including seed cleaning, handling, and packaging.
• Maintain seed inventory and ensure proper labeling and organization.
• Conduct tissue sampling for genetic screening to support our breeding programs.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of experimental procedures, observations, and results.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate findings and progress to research teams and stakeholders.
• Assist with other related tasks as assigned by the Pre-breeding and Early Generation manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in plant sciences, agronomy, botany, or a related field.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and working in greenhouse and field environments.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory procedures and equipment is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and follow protocols carefully.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.