Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of genetic and breeding innovation in the soft fruit and associated sectors? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can lead and shape the future of genetic and breeding strategy in such a crucial areas as fresh produce production? If so, we have a significant opportunity for you to review.
Our client is a major soft fruit group looking to expand their genetic and breeding outputs and take their organization and the soft fruit sectors to new heights. To achieve this, they are wanting to assemble a top-tier team of experts who will spearhead their genetic and breeding strategy and drive innovation in the field. This could be one individual or a complete team or a combination of both over time. The ambition and resources (both financial and physical) our client have available are considerable and they already supply a number of leading retailers. They are dedicated to delivering the highest quality soft fruits to consumers worldwide. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, they aim to revolutionize the industry through cutting-edge genetic and breeding advancements.
Key Elements:
- Set the vision and goals for expanding our clients’ genetic and breeding outputs of their existing significant soft fruit offering.
- Lead the design and implementation of their ongoing genetic/breeding strategy.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate genetic advancements into their breeding programs.
- Stay updated on the latest trends and developments in indoor growing, vertical farming, propagation techniques, LED lighting, and gene editing.
- Drive research initiatives to enhance fruit quality, yield, and disease resistance through genetic manipulation.
- Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within the genetic and breeding strategy team.
Requirements:
- Proven team experience in genetic and/or breeding strategy development and implementation in the soft fruit and associated sectors.
- Strong background or/and exposure to indoor growing, vertical farming, and high-end propagation techniques.
- Deep understanding of LED lighting techniques and their application in plant growth.
- Familiarity with gene editing technologies such as CRISPR-Cas9.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members.
- PhD or equivalent experience in genetics, horticulture, plant science, or related field.
Benefits:
- Very competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with a very talented and diverse team of industry professionals with a significant industry reach.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources for research and development.
- Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on the future of fresh produce production.
If you and your team are ready to take on the challenge of revolutionizing soft fruit genetic and breeding strategy and driving innovation in fresh produce, we want to hear from you! Join our client in shaping the future of our industry and making a positive impact on global food security.
How to Apply: Send your details via this website or call Max MacGillivray on +44 (0)1284 715055 quoting Ref: 5785M
