Job Description
Posting Start Date:
9/28/26
Offer ID:
2692
Unit:
Limagrain Field Seeds Americas
Job Title:
Sunflower Breeding Associate
Job Location:
Miramar
Contract type:
Permanent
Job Description:
Function
Sunflower Breeding Associate
Main Goal
- Contribute to the advancement of superior cultivars for target markets in Argentina.
- Conduct phenotyping and quality data analysis to support plant breeders.
- Manage teams involved in both field and office-based activities.
Job description
- Participate in the development of new cultivars using the germplasm available within the Limagrain Group.
- Collaborate on conversion projects involving different trait platforms, including transgenic events and production technologies.
- Use global germplasm appropriately, following Limagrain standards regarding Freedom to Operate (FTO) and respecting intellectual property regulations.
- Maintain the breeding information system and related databases up to date.
- Participate in the hybrid advancement process.
- Comply with safety and environmental standards as required by the relevant Limagrain department to ensure that all research activities are conducted safely.
- Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives and in the development and implementation of the company's Integrated Management System.
- Participate in the organization and coordination of winter nurseries.
What we expect of you
Actively participate in a multidisciplinary team environment, coordinating activities with the breeder and the operational team, as well as with other company departments, with a strong focus on achieving both collective and individual objectives.
Skills
Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Listening Skills
Teamwork
Your benefits and working environment
- Health plan for the employee and direct relatives.
- Annual Limagrain group Profit Sharing
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We offer a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact. As part of a global organization, you will work alongside diverse teams committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth.
Recruitment process
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Define responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements.
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Advertise the position internally and externally, aligned with the mobility policy of Limagrain Group.
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Review resumes and applications against the job requirements.
- Initial interview - phone screening:
Assess candidate qualifications, motivation, salary expectations, and availability.
- Finalists to be presented to the Hiring Manager for evaluating technical competencies, experience and job fit.
- Final interview: meet with senior management or key stakeholders to assess cultural fit and overall suitability.
- Offer to be sent, acceptance, hiring and onboarding