Location: Jilin/Beijing/Henan

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research Responsibilities:

2. Follow and fine tune the version testing protocols under Chinese conditions to meet quality requirements and defined deadlines.

3. Conduct experimental design, herbicide tolerance and insect resistance evaluation, statistical analysis, data quality control and documentation.

4. In close collaboration with breeders, testing team, TI manager and external trait providers to execute the testing plan. Actively participate in field activities.

5. Manage hybrid production for version testing and registration, as well as first increase for inbred lines; implement the best practices and quality check procedures to deliver high quality seeds.

6. Drive continuous improvement in version testing process and final seeds hand-off, assist PD and sales department in speeding up the commercialization of new products.

7. Report the project status and progress to research management.

Administrative Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for GMO hybrid registration documents preparation.

2. Manage budget and resources for program to attain the objectives.

3. Coordinate with TI manager to maintain GM seeds inventories and meet standards of Regulatory compliance and stewardship; responsible for germplasm safety in the process.

Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. or M.Sc. in Plant Breeding, biotechnology, or related fields.

2. Minimum three or more years of experience with strong background in breeding, testing and molecular technologies.

3. Good ability to communication, leadership, management, and teamwork.

4. Good ability to understand policy and regulations.

5. Good language skill in both English and Chinese.

6. Ability to use software for data analyses, management, presentation, and reporting.

7. Willing to work in agriculture for field work.

8. Ability to work extended hours outdoors and frequent travels during entire growing season.

9. Driving license is required.