Researcher Micropropagation

Are you an innovative and driven Researcher eager to develop cell technology methods that can be implemented in breeding programs to accelerate the development of new vegetable varieties?

This is why you want to join us as Researcher Micropropagation at Enza Zaden

• Lead innovative projects to develop cell technology methods that impact global vegetable breeding;
• Collaborate with passionate teams across Biotechnology and Breeding to make your research practical and impactful;
• Work in an environment dedicated to advancing healthy and varied vegetables worldwide.

Make a difference as Researcher Micropropagation

As a Researcher Micropropagation at Enza Zaden, you will pioneer projects in in vitro plant propagation. Using methods like somatic embryogenesis, organogenesis, and cell suspension culture-based systems, you will contribute to the development of protocols that advance our breeding programs. Your work will involve close collaboration with other Cell Technology experts, as well as cross-functional teams in Biotechnology and Breeding, to create innovative solutions for vegetable variety development.

Your tasks will include:

• Developing and implementing in vitro techniques, including somatic embryogenesis, de novo shoot organogenesis and cell suspension culture;

• Leading research projects focused on advanced plant regeneration systems;

• Working closely with interdisciplinary teams to translate your research into scalable applications for breeding programs.

Your work environment will be the Cell Technology (CT) department, where we collaborate with Biotechnology and Breeding to deliver plants with varied genetic value. Our core areas include plant growth, double haploid production, micropropagation, plant transformation, genome editing, and more.

What you bring as a future colleague

• PhD in (green) life sciences or MSc with 5+ years’ experience in plant biology;

• Skilled in a broad range of in vitro cell and tissue methodologies;

• Knowledge of micropropagation and plant cell suspension culture techniques;

• Proven experience in project management;

• Hands-on  and passionate  for plant development and cell biology;

• Strong skills in innovation scouting and practical technology application;

• Fluent English and comfortable working in an international team.

Your analytic, proactive approach will support the fast-paced, collaborative environment at Enza Zaden. Excellent communication skills enable you to influence and guide improvements effectively.

Enza Zaden as your employer

With more than 2,800 passionate team members across the world, we're on a daily mission to develop the finest vegetable varieties. Our goal? To deliver seeds with that special something: better taste, better yields, and better resistance. On our mission to feed the world, we challenge ourselves to gain deeper insights and find the next breakthrough. We grow and innovate together, and everyone’s contribution are valued. Throughout our 85 years, our family values, passion, independence and or focus on innovation have truly set us apart. Over 480 million people are eating our vegetables every day something we are very proud of Our passion isn't just a trademark; it's our driving force, propelling our rapid growth. If you're ready to explore your potential and thrive in a supportive environment, we welcome you to develop your talents with us. The combination of entrepreneurship, initiative and a healthy dose of determination has made Enza Zaden great and brought us where we are today. Enza Zaden is and always will be in motion: in the past, present and future.   

What can you expect from us?

As a family-owned company, we support you to thrive in all areas of life, so that you can be successful inside and outside of work. We offer:

• Flexible work arrangements;

• Access to a variety of wellbeing programs and healthy food options;

• 25 paid vacation days (employees have the option to buy extra vacation days equivalent to two times their weekly working hours);

• 1 paid vitality day for all, plus extra days as your age increases;

We aspire to be a good employer that cares for our employees, both during and after their careers at Enza Zaden. Our most important benefits include:

• Active partnership in your professional development (personal growth);

• Tailor made leadership development programs and global e-learning platform;

• Employer sponsored retirement benefits.

Join us for a career that grows with you Are you curious to know more about Enza Zaden click on this link to our website.

Get in touch

Apply now using the application button. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your application within minutes, and we will respond to your application within 10 working days. 

 Do you have any questions about our application process? Please feel free to reach out to:

Annemarie Weening, Senior Corporate Recruiter (a.weening@enzazaden.nl).

Good to know

• This position cannot be filled on an interim basis;

• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and don’t discriminate based on background, identity or personal characteristics.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.