Data Scientist

Enza Zaden

Enza Zaden is looking for a passionate Quantitative Geneticist/Data Scientist to join their innovative team of experts. The role involves developing data-driven solutions to improve vegetable breeding strategies, thereby enhancing the global food supply. This position provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment that fosters professional growth.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Develop data science applications to support breeding strategies.
• Translate crop team queries into practical data science solutions.
• Use statistical genetics techniques like GWAS and QTL mapping.
• Collaborate with data engineers, researchers, and bioinformaticians.
• Educate breeders and colleagues to enhance data literacy.
• Ensure algorithms integrate with the central data platform and operate at scale.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements
• 25 paid vacation days with an option to purchase more
• 1 paid vitality day, with additional days as per age
• Contribution to overnight stays if commuting
• Provision of a laptop and smartphone
• Support for professional development and leadership growth
• Employer-sponsored retirement benefits

This role requires you to have:

• PhD or MSc in Genetics, Bioinformatics, Statistics, or a related field
• Proficiency in R and Python programming
• Experience with statistical genetics and machine learning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

You would benefit from having:

Enza Zaden is committed to equal opportunity employment, valuing diversity in identity and personal characteristics. The position cannot be filled on an interim basis.