Plant Pathologist en Barcelona

Descripción del empleo

Montse Codina Coach is recruiting for an international company in the agri-food sector, headquartered in the province of Barcelona, a Plant Pathologist to lead strategic R&D projects focused on developing disease resistance in plants.

Mission of the role

You will join the global R&D team as a researcher in the area of Plant Pathology. This role is key to advancing plant pathology research and providing high-quality support to breeding and biotechnology programs.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and implement methods and protocols for disease resistance testing and pathogen diagnostics (fungi, bacteria, viruses, nematodes).
• Support pre-breeding and breeding teams in disease monitoring and resistance characterization.
• Collaborate with field teams on the implementation of hygiene and biosecurity protocols.
• Contribute to the short- and long-term plant pathology strategy within the R&D area.
• Build, coordinate, and mentor a team of plant pathology assistants and technicians.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across R&D teams.

Profile

• PhD or Master’s degree in Plant Pathology, Biotechnology, or related fields.
• Over 3 years of experience in plant pathology, preferably in industrial R&D environments or leading academic institutions.
• Hands-on experience in resistance testing, disease diagnosis, and monitoring.
• Proven experience in project management and team leadership.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Results-oriented professional with a collaborative mindset and focus on process optimization and continuous improvement.

What we offer

• The opportunity to join a strategic project within a leading agri-food company with a strong commitment to research and innovation.
• Be part of a dynamic, motivated, and innovative team in biotechnology and plant breeding.
• Competitive salary conditions aligned with experience and qualifications.
• Flexible working hours to help balance professional and personal life.
• Hybrid working model: 6 remote working days per month.
• Workplace located at a state-of-the-art experimental station.
• Comprehensive onboarding program and tailored professional development plans.
• International career opportunities and professional growth.

Información extra

Status

Activa

Estudios requeridos

E.S.O

Localización

Barcelona

Tipo de contrato

Trabajo estudiantes

Publicado el

05-11-2025

Carnet de conducir

No

Vehículo

No

Carta de motivación

No

Idiomas

Español