Researcher Seed Diagnostics

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Are you eager to boost your career in Seed Diagnostics?

This is why you want to join us as Researcher Seed Diagnostics at Enza Zaden

• Work on state-of-the-art diagnostic tools that directly impact the health of the global food supply.

• Collaborate with leading experts in seed health laboratories worldwide.

• Be part of a mission-driven team ensuring high-quality vegetable seeds reach our customers.

Make a difference as Researcher Seed Diagnostics

• Scout for and evaluate cutting-edge diagnostic technologies and develop advanced test protocols.

• Lead cross-functional research projects and collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

• Contribute to global seed health initiatives by ensuring superior seed quality.

Seed Diagnostics Research team

You’ll be part of the Seed Diagnostics Research team, within the Seed Research & Innovation department of Enza Zaden. This international team of researchers develops and validates innovative technologies to maintain the health of our vegetable seeds. Together with our global seed quality control labs, you ensure that only the best-quality seeds reach our customers. You’ll collaborate with internal departments, universities, and research centres, reporting to the Research Manager.

What you bring as a future colleague

• Master’s degree in plant pathology, biotechnology, or microbiology, with at least 5 years of experience.

• Strong affinity for plants and expertise in seed/plant pathology.

• Diligent, analytical and problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions under tight deadlines.

• Collaborative mindset and ease in working on multidisciplinary, multicultural teams.

• Strong communication skills in English; knowledge of Dutch is a plus.

You are diligent, innovative, and resilient, thriving in dynamic environments. You connect easily with others and are decisive, ensuring progress even under challenging circumstances.

Enza Zaden as your employer  

With more than 2,800 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: vegetables with better taste, better yields, and better resistance. On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together, and everyone’s contribution is valued. Throughout our 85 years, our family values, passion, independence and or focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people are eating our vegetables every day, something we are very proud of! Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force, propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future.  

What can you expect from us 

As a family-owned company, we support you to thrive in all areas of life, so that you can be successful inside and outside of work. We offer: 

• Flexible work arrangements; 

• Access to a variety of wellbeing programs and healthy food options; 

• 25 paid vacation days (employees have the option to buy extra vacation days equivalent to two times their weekly working hours); 

• 1 paid vitality day for all, plus extra days as your age increases; 

• Laptop + smartphone. 

We aspire to be a good employer that cares for our employees, both during and after their careers at Enza Zaden. Our most important benefits include: 

• Active partnership in your professional development (personal growth); 

• Tailor made leadership development programs and global e-learning platform; 

• Employer sponsored retirement benefits. 

Join us for a career that grows with you! Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website. 

Get in touch 

Apply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days.  

Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to: 

Arjen Mol

Corporate Recruiter

a.mol@Enzazaden.nl

0031 6 2735 6522  

Good to know 

• An assessment is part of the application process;  

• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis; 

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and don’t discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics; 

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.