lab technician (hybrid wheat technology).

breeding populations in greenhouses in Belgium, applying methods to shorten generation cycles (speed cycling from seed to seed) when possible and supporting the coordination across functions and interacting with breeders in other countries.

Major tasks:
1. Plan and execute greenhouse activities for the female line development of Hybrid Wheat with limited supervision, including:
- Growing and evaluating plants and seed samples in greenhouse and post-harvest according to agreed procedures.
- Setup climate condition parameters, maintain and document plant growth, perform crossing blocks, harvest and process seed in a timely manner.
- Plan and execute leaf or seed sampling for genotyping (Marker Assisted Selection)
- Evaluate phenological plant characteristics and plant diseases.
- Data assembly and timely reporting of results.
- Apply speed cycle methods when possible.
- Manage seed storage inventory and shipments.
- Create and follow WIs and SOPs and follow guidelines maintaining a safe work environment.
2. Maintain appropriate records including computer documents by using suitable tools and databases.
3. Troubleshoot and maintain equipment needed for evaluation and processing of seed samples (lab thresher, sorter, etc.).
4. Collaborate and coordinate with local teams and other functions related to greenhouse activities, technical and safety topics.
5. Capable of managing multiple tasks and interfacing with other functions (Crop Genetics and Crop Analytics, Trait Research).