Master of Science in Genetics and Plant Breeding / PhD in Genetics & Plant Breeding.
Experience
2 to 5 years
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
Agro based firms (incl. Agro Processing/Seed/GM)
Additional Requirements
Experience in plant breeding
Team work
Responsibilities & Context
Manage and oversee different aspects of vegetable breeding. This includes planning, designing, and executing breeding strategies to achieve set breeding target.
Conduct genetic research to understand the traits and characteristics of different vegetable varieties & wheat varieties.
Crossbreed different varieties of vegetables to create new hybrids with desirable traits.
Evaluate and select plants from breeding populations based on desired traits such as yield, disease resistance, duration and consumer preferences.
Evaluate and select vegetable germplasm for breeding purposes based on desired traits such as yield potential, disease resistance, quality attributes, and adaptation to different growing conditions.
Cross different vegetable varieties to create new hybrids with desirable traits.
Implement controlled pollination techniques to generate genetically diverse progeny for further evaluation and selection.
Conduct field trials to assess the performance of vegetable breeding lines under different environmental conditions for further advancement.
Incorporate resistance to biotic/ abiotic stresses such as drought, heat, salinity, fungal diseases, insect pests, in vegetable breeding programs.
Continuously work on improving specific traits in vegetable varieties through selective breeding for resistance to diseases, pests, and environmental stresses, as well as enhancing nutritional value and flavor.
Maintain detailed records of breeding experiments, genetic data, plant pedigrees, and trial results.
Use specialized software and databases to organize and analyze breeding data.
Collaborate with other breeders, researchers, agronomists, and farmers to exchange information, share resources, and coordinate breeding efforts.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to plant breeding, seed production, and variety release.
Assist Principal Scientist for any kind of molecular/conventional research activities.
Compensation & Other Benefits
Mobile bill, Performance bonus, Profit share, Provident fund, Insurance, Gratuity
