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# Trait Introgression Scientist - Sunflower - (H/F) CDI

- **Company:** Syngenta
- **Location:** Saint-Sauveur, France
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Population Genetics, Power BI, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Qliksense, Data Management
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://fr.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6ef8839f69404f9d

## About the Role

* Master's degree required (PhD preferred) in Agronomy, Plant Breeding/Genetics, Crop Science or related fields

Experience and technical skills

 * Strong experience in quantitative/population genetics, genetic segregation, genomics, novel breeding methods and trait introgression strategies
 * Expertise in phenotyping methods and ability to capture agronomic and pathological field notes
 * Knowledge of genotyping methods and processes, molecular data management, metrics consolidation and reporting
 * Proficiency in dashboard tools (Power BI, Qlik Sense)
 * Programming skills (Python, R, SQL) appreciated

Personal qualities

 * Strong analytical and synthesis skills - ability to extract key insights from large volumes of information
 * Intellectual curiosity and proactive mindset
 * Strategic thinking, problem-solving orientation
 * Autonomy, rigor and effective prioritization
 * Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
 * Strong written and oral communication skills
 * Fluent English required

## Description

Within the Sunflower R&D team, you contribute to the Trait Introgression (TI) strategy by delivering high-level scientific and technological expertise. Your role is essential in guiding decisions within the Sunflower TI portfolio., Conversion activities management

 * Planning of field nurseries (resources, timelines, protocols), selfing generations, hybrid creation, seed treatment and quality control
 * Design of protocols and trials, training of operational teams
 * Evaluation of phenotyping methods and capture of agronomic and pathological data in the field
 * Coordination with cross-functional teams (Operations, Field Trials, Breeding, Planning)
 * Seed delivery to stakeholders according to protocols and internal documentation

Trait Introgression pipeline management

 * Analysis, synthesis and interpretation of complex TI pipeline data to generate strategic reports, dashboards and decision notes for R&D teams and leadership
 * Ensuring recording, maintenance and update of all TI projects in tracking systems and project management tools
 * Consolidation and validation of key data sources (genotyping, phenotyping) and reporting via Power BI and Qlik Sense
 * Development of analytical scripts and automated workflows (Python, R, SQL) to improve data flow efficiency, pipeline visibility and process traceability


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