Team Leader Applied Laboratory
Are you looking for that unique combination of leading people organizing processes and support breeding of new vegetable varieties? do you have excellent communication skills? Then you are the Team Leader phytopathology we are looking for!
- Spain, Almeria
- Research & Breeding
- PhD
What does the role of Team Leader at Rijk Zwaan entail?
As Team Leader you are responsible for the implementation phytopathology lab within Rijk Zwaan. You lead a team of technician, lab assistants and nursery assistant.
As a leader, you coach team members and ensure the necessary coordination with research departments. Additionally, you are involved in:
- Making strategic plans for the laboratory, including investment plans
- Implementing organizational and technical improvements within the department
- Ensuring good cooperation with internal customers
- Maintaining and improving good working conditions
What you bring
You have extensive experience in leading and coaching teams. You are communicative and focused on collaboration. You are also good at organizing, planning, negotiating, and have a strong sense of responsibility. Furthermore, you keep up with scientific insights and technologies in the field of phytopathology. You are driven to keep the laboratory leading based on these insights. Additionally, your CV includes:
- A completed university degree in biotechnology or biology or similar
- Phd in plant pathology
- At least 5 years of relevant work experience
- Demonstrable leadership skills and/or experience
- Good command of Spanish and English
What can you expect from us?
As Team Leader applied lab, you will be part of a team of motivated and independently working employees. The labs Implementation department consists of approximately 6 colleagues. You have access to very modern laboratory facilities and see the results of your work being used every day in the breeding of new vegetable varieties.
In addition to challenging projects and optimization issues, we are happy to offer you:
- A permanent contract
- A good salary, based on job level and experience
- Various training opportunities through our Rijk Zwaan Academy
- A good work-life balance
Where will you be working?
Rijk Zwaan is an international family-owned company with a people-oriented culture. Rijk Zwaan is at the beginning of the food chain. We develop vegetable and fruit varieties and sell the seeds to growers and other chain partners all over the world. We make an important contribution to the world food supply.
Interested?
You can address your application. We will consider your application carefully, which may take some time. You will hear from us as soon as possible.
