Lead Crop Geneticist - Data-Driven Breeding for Sustainable

Epsoweb; Dundee; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Scotland is seeking a dedicated professional to provide vision and leadership in crop genetics and breeding. You will drive innovations in crop improvement and research, leading teams focused on potatoes, barley, and soft fruits. The ideal candidate will contribute to the Genetics and Physiology Group, actively fostering collaboration with the University of Dundee to translate research into practice. Join us in advancing sustainable agriculture and food security.

Responsibilities

• Accelerate genetic innovations for crop improvement.
• Conduct research on crop genetic improvement.
• Lead teams for potato, barley, and soft fruits.
• Act as a liaison with statistical genetics and digital technologies.
• Contribute to management of the Genetics and Physiology Group.
• Support Hutton flagships in collaboration with University of Dundee.
• Maintain links between research and stakeholders for practical application.

Job description

A leading research organization in Scotland is seeking a dedicated professional to provide vision and leadership in crop genetics and breeding. You will drive innovations in crop improvement and research, leading teams focused on potatoes, barley, and soft fruits. The ideal candidate will contribute to the Genetics and Physiology Group, actively fostering collaboration with the University of Dundee to translate research into practice. Join us in advancing sustainable agriculture and food security.