Job Description

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

Annual Base Salary Range: $67,200 - 79,800

Global Barley Innovation, the barley breeding and research development headquarters for Anheuser-Busch InBev, is seeking a Pre-breeding and Early Generation Specialist to join our team. This position will report to the Pre-breeding and Early Generation manager and will play a crucial role in our efforts to develop high-quality barley varieties for our growers, maltsters, and breweries worldwide.

This position will primarily work in a greenhouse setting with a focus on the Early Generation phase of variety development, including Crossing through Pre-Yield trial seed development. Additional responsibilities may require work in a field setting and limited travel to barley production regions within the United States. Candidates must demonstrate competency in crop variety development standards and practices.

We use both traditional and genetic breeding techniques to develop innovative barley varieties that meet the highest standards of quality and sustainability. Join our team and be a part of our mission to provide exceptional products to our global customers.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain barley trials in a field and greenhouse setting. This position primarily works in early generation utilizing both traditional and speed breeding techniques.
• Monitor crop health and ensure minimum quality standards utilizing fertilizers, herbicides, and other chemical treatments when necessary.
• Conduct crossing trials, including emasculation, pollination, and maintenance of new barley populations.
• Harvest, process, and catalogue barley populations and lines in both greenhouse and field settings, ensuring accurate record-keeping and organization.
• Assist in the collection, processing, and storage of seeds, including seed cleaning, handling, and packaging. Maintain seed inventory and ensure proper labeling and organization.
• Conduct tissue sampling for genetic screening to support our breeding programs.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of experimental procedures, observations, and results. Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate findings and progress to research teams and stakeholders.
• Assist with other related tasks as assigned by the Pre-breeding and Early Generation manager.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in plant sciences, agronomy, botany, or a related field.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and working in greenhouse and field environments.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory procedures and equipment is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and follow protocols carefully.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.