Do you want to be part of a passionate team shaping the future of agriculture?
At KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA, we offer you the chance to transform ideas into impactful solutions. As our Project Manager (m/f/d) for Seed Treatment Selection & Evaluation, you’ll be responsible for evaluating, testing, and implementing new seed treatment solutions. In this permanent, full-time position based in Einbeck, Germany, you’ll work hands-on from lab to field and develop tangible solutions that drive sustainable agriculture.
Your responsibilities – Make an impact:
1. Screen and evaluate new and sustainable seed treatment approaches / methods based on crop-specific strategies.
2. Evaluate biological and synthetic applications and independently run proof-of-concept experiments.
3. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and maintain external research networks.
4. Drive innovation by supporting the development of new targets and re-evaluating existing ones.
5. Design and implement test systems in lab and greenhouse settings.
6. Plan and execute new trials for seed treatments, both internally and with external collaborators.
7. Analyze trial data and translate results into actionable recommendations.
Your Profile – What You Bring:
We are looking for a proactive and scientifically driven individual who thrives in a collaborative and innovative environment:
8. Master’s or PhD in agriculture, biology, microbiology or a related field.
9. Strong foundation in biological and chemical plant sciences, ideally with experience in seed treatment or crop protection.
10. Experience in agile project management.
11. A flexible innovative thinker with a hands-on, independent working style.
12. Strong communication skills in fluent English and German, and a customer-oriented mindset.
13. Confident decision-making based on scientific data.
14. Experience or knowledge in regulatory affairs is an advantage.
That is our offer to you:
15. As a family-run company we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, foresight, and independence - this culture is lived in practice creating thus an open and friendly working atmosphere.
16. True to our motto "Make yourself grow", we support employees’ professional and personal development.
17. We offer excellent work equipment, a fully-fledged, subsidized canteen, direct train connection, and sufficient free parking spaces at the KWS location.
18. We create the appropriate framework conditions for you: flexible working hours, a company pension scheme, capital formation benefits, Christmas and holiday bonuses, special prices for company shares, childcare allowance and a job bike and a job ticket option.
19. Health & Safety are very important for us: our company doctor, company fire brigade / paramedics (with time credit) and company sports create a solid base for this.
Ready to develop new ideas and put them into practice?
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive innovation firsthand and take concepts from idea to implementation. If you’re eager to contribute fresh perspectives and help us shape sustainable seed technologies for tomorrow’s agriculture, we want to hear from you!