Germplasm Development Scientist

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Job Description

Breeding Program Leadership

• Develop Inbreds and Hybrids for Philippines Tropical rainfed program
• Collaborating with multiple teams (Global and regional germplasm development teams, Applied team, Trait Integration team, Breeding operations team, Portfolio planning team) for product development.

Technical Responsibilities

Project Management

• Support Design and implementation of breeding projects
• Champion modern breeding methods
• Support Germplasm development lead to plan crosses and testing protocols; assist in selections
• Manage pipeline advancement decisions

Communication & Reporting

• Update development of lines and hybrid status
• Maintain pipeline and advancement statistics
• Monitor KPIs and program efficiency

Technology Integration

• Implement Genomics-assisted breeding (GAB)
• Utilize DH and modern breeding tools
• Integrate GM traits in the lines and Hybrids
• Participate in global protocol improvements
• Coordinate with regional seed operations

Business Accountabilities

Pipeline & Product Development

• Drive genetic gain to deliver superior commercial products meeting market demands
• Manage breeding pipelines from concept to commercial release
• Ensure product development aligns with Target Product Profile (TPP) and market requirements
• Meet annual advancement targets for new hybrids/varieties
• Optimize breeding cycle time and resource utilization

• Maintain competitive advantage through innovative breeding strategies

Resource & Investment Management

• Manage annual breeding program budget effectively
• Optimize resource allocation across projects
• Drive cost-efficient breeding operations
• Making data-driven decisions on project investments

Business Impact & Value Creation

• Contribute to market share growth through superior genetics
• Develop products that command premium pricing
• Support commercial teams with technical product knowledge
• Protect intellectual property through proper documentation
• Build long-term germplasm value for sustainable business growth

Qualifications

Knowledge, experience & capabilities

• Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and Genetics or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ of successful breeding experience
• Proven commercial breeding success

Critical knowledge

• Advanced plant breeding and corn germplasm expertise
• Strong GWS and marker applications knowledge
• Statistical and field plot techniques
• Cross-cultural business operations

Critical experience

• R&D team leadership
• Complex project management
• Matrix environment operations
• Cross-functional collaboration

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

• Leadership and innovation capabilities
• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced computer proficiency
• R&D process understanding

Additional Information

In Syngenta we recognize that diversity and inclusion is important to our business. We embrace the unique perspective and capabilities of our employees, which will help us continue to drive innovation and achieve our business goals. Our culture enables us to create an environment of involvement, respect and connection with the communities where we operate - benefitting individual employees and the company.