Qualifications:

- Master’s degree in plant Breeding, Genetics, Crop Science; minor in Plant Pathology desirable. Ph.D. degree in plant breeding a plus..

- Minimum 5+ years of experience in plant breeding with a proven track record in variety development. Experience in the Middle East markets is essential.

 Responsibilities:

• Breeding commercially superior types of cucumbers for the Middle East markets.
• Manage germplasm resources, including selection, characterization, and conservation of elite breeding materials.
• Design and execute multi-location field trials to evaluate performance under diverse environmental conditions.
• Assist and support the molecular biology and plant pathology efforts in Namdhari Seeds research locations.
• Analyze field trial data to make informed breeding decisions and optimize variety selection.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including seed production, sales, and marketing, to align breeding objectives with market needs.
• Stay updated with advancements in cucumber breeding, genetics, and market trends.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and technical documentation to communicate research findings.

Critical Knowledge:

• A background in molecular markers, tissue culture or plant pathology would be a plus.  
• Proven track record in selection, development and release of commercial hybrids.
• Experience in budget and personnel management, including recruitment and development of staff.
• Experience with data management, statistical analysis software

Must have skills and competencies.

• Proficiency in molecular breeding techniques, marker-assisted selection, and genomic tools.
• Knowledge of field trial design, data analysis, and statistical software.
• Familiarity with plant pathology and entomology related to cucurbits breeding.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work independently as well as within a team.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment with multidisciplinary teams. 
• Language skills: Fluent English is required.
• Experience in an international work environment; ability to deal with various and diverse cultures and work habits.
• Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time nationally and internationally.

To apply: Share your resume at hemanth.c@namdhariseeds.com.

Namdhari is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.