Assistant Breeder Beans
Assistant Breeder Beans
At KWS Vegetables, we’re always exploring what’s next in Vegetables. Better varieties, smarter breeding technologies and new ways to turn genetic potential into value. As our Assistant Breeder Beans, you’ll be right at the heart of it.
You combine plant science with hands-on breeding. From coordinating trials and making crosses to collecting phenotypic data and managing seed activities, you help turn breeding ideas into tomorrow’s bean varieties.
You’ll work closely with breeders, greenhouse and farm teams, technical staff and colleagues across different departments. You bring structure to seasonal breeding activities, connect the people involved and make sure trials, data and seed processes meet the quality our breeding program needs.
You’ll be based at our R&D Center in Andijk, where you’ll become part of our international Vegetable Squad and get plenty of opportunities to grow your expertise in breeding operations, phenotyping, genotyping and new breeding technologies.
Your responsibilities
Plan and coordinate sowing, transplanting and breeding trials from seed to seed.
Ensure trials are executed according to breeding protocols, timelines and quality standards.
Collect, validate and document phenotypic observations and ensure breeding data is accurate and traceable.
Coordinate lab requests and sampling for DNA extraction and record molecular marker data in our breeding software.
Execute crossing programs and support pollination activities.
Coordinate seed harvest, processing and inventory management and evaluate seed quality.
Prepare and coordinate seed shipments for international trials, including required documentation.
Guide and support greenhouse personnel, farm technicians and breeding technicians during breeding activities.
Coordinate with different teams to plan and prioritize seasonal breeding activities.
Support the implementation of new breeding technologies, phenotyping methods and digital tools.
Contribute to pre-breeding, research and improvement projects that strengthen our breeding processes and technologies.
To seed your future, you've got the following skills
Bachelor’s degree (HBO/BSc) in Plant Sciences, Agronomy, Horticulture, Crop Science or a related field.
Affinity with plant breeding and applied crop science.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail and quality.
Experience with data collection and Microsoft Excel.
Able to work independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Comfortable guiding field and technical staff during breeding activities.
A practical, hands-on mindset with a strong interest in greenhouse and field activities.
Curious about phenotyping, genotyping and new breeding technologies.
Excellent command of Dutch and English, written and spoken.
A valid driving licence and willingness to travel.
Reasons to develop your talents within KWS Vegetables
Work at the heart of our bean breeding program and contribute to the varieties of tomorrow.
Combine hands-on breeding with plant science, data and technology.
Follow the breeding process from trial and crossing to seed and the next generation.
Work alongside experienced breeders and technical specialists.
Explore new technologies and methods in phenotyping, genotyping and breeding.
Get the freedom to contribute ideas and improve the way we work.
Develop your expertise in breeding operations, trial management and breeding technologies.
Join an international Vegetable Squad where curiosity, collaboration and exploring what’s next are part of the job.
