Junior Researcher in Crop Genetics with an analytical mindset (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF

BASF is a multinational company dedicated to revolutionizing agricultural science. We are committed to developing innovative solutions that address global challenges in food security and sustainability.

Within BASF Seed and Traits, the Crop Genetics Team provides genotyping and molecular genetic support to Oilseed and Wheat breeders to expedite their development of new elite varieties. Crop Genetics works with breeders to genetically map native trait loci (i.e. agronomic/disease/quality) and deploy markers for their selection during breeding.  Crop Genetics works with the high throughput labs to provide the genotype data and analysis for all marker-assisted breeding decisions, from simple trait tracking to genomic selection for complex traits. To enable this the team is also responsible for designing and implementing all genotyping strategies and supporting analytical routines. We are currently seeking a Junior Researcher in Crop Genetics with an analytical mindset to join our group at our R&D Innovation Center in Ghent, in Belgium.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

This is what you can expect:

• As a Junior Researcher, you will be implementing workflow-based operations for marker-assisted selection and marker-assisted backcrossing projects and providing high quality conclusions under supervision.
• You will interact with various partners (lab, breeding, discovery breeding).
• You will assist the team in the development and testing of new markers and assays.
• You will contribute to the testing of new analysis tools.
• You will apply advanced data analysis pipelines under supervision.
• You will ensure that the molecular breeding repositories are kept up to date.
• You are a recognized role model in understanding and complying with company standards (Quality Management System, Health, Safety, Biosafety, Stewardship, …).
• You will comply to the BASF CORE values (Creative – Open - Responsible – Entrepreneurial) and culture.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• You hold a Bachelor or a Master’s degree in Plant Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences or equivalent through relevant experience.
• Experience in the field of analysis or development of genetic markers is a plus.
• You have good knowledge and understanding of genetic analyses, and high-density genotype data management.
• Knowledge of oilseed rape and/or wheat genetics/genomics is a plus.
• You work accurately and you are flexible to meet tight deadlines.
• You are self-organized, and you have very good planning and reporting skills.
• Team player: able to integrate in various project teams; self leadership.
• You excel at engaging internal and external stakeholders, effectively managing communication and change within a complex, matrix organization.
• Effective and proactive communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written English.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A permanent contract within an attractive working environment in a professional and motivated team.
• A role with challenging assignments and responsibilities.
• An attractive base salary in relation to your diploma and competencies, an annual bonus and extra-legal benefits.

HOW TO REACH US

If you need more information about the process or the vacancy, please reach out to Patrick at talent-acquisition-belgium@basf.com.

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