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 specialized breeding program. This role offers a unique opportunity to innovate at the intersection of plant science and pharmaceutical development, focusing on enhancing medicinal plant varieties.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design and implement 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. Manage field and greenhouse trials to evaluate breeding line performance.
4. Utilize classical and molecular breeding techniques, including marker-assisted selection and tissue culture.
5. Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical quality standards and regulatory documentation requirements.
6. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across R&D and regulatory affairs.
7. Report results and strategic updates to stakeholders and external bodies.
About You:
1. MSc or PhD in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Agronomy, or related field.
2. At least 5 years of practical plant breeding experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
3. Deep knowledge of medicinal plants and phytochemistry.
4. Familiarity with GMP, GACP, and international pharmaceutical/agricultural regulations.
5. Proficiency in data analysis, project management, and cross-functional teamwork.
6. Experience working with medicinal crops.
7. Background in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
8. Understanding of EMA, FDA, or WHO frameworks for botanical ingredients.
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