Plant Breeding Manager – Pharmaceutical Applications
Location: Confidential | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Walker Cole International is supporting the pharmaceutical sector in seeking a Plant Breeding Manager to lead and develop its specialist breeding program. This is a unique opportunity to drive innovation at the intersection of plant science and pharmaceutical development, focusing on enhancing medicinal plant varieties.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design and execute plant breeding strategies targeting traits such as alkaloid content, yield, and disease resistance.
2. Develop and maintain plant clones; oversee clone strategy, viability, and assessment.
3. Coordinate field and greenhouse trials to evaluate breeding line performance.
4. Apply classical and molecular breeding techniques, including marker-assisted selection and tissue culture.
5. Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical quality standards and regulatory documentation.
6. Collaborate with R&D and regulatory teams.
7. Communicate results and updates to stakeholders.
About You:
1. MSc or PhD in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Agronomy, or related field.
2. 5+ years of plant breeding experience, including at least 2 in leadership roles.
3. Knowledge of medicinal plants and phytochemistry.
4. Familiarity with GMP, GACP, and international pharmaceutical regulations.
5. Proficiency in data analysis, project management, and collaboration.
6. Experience with medicinal crops.
7. Background in pharmaceuticals or biotech industries.
8. Knowledge of EMA, FDA, or WHO frameworks for botanical ingredients.
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