1. Hybrid creation and crossing
operations.

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  Execute testcross and/or factorial
  crossing schemes involving new B and R lines according to breeding plans and
  protocols.
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  Carry out controlled pollination
  activities, including sterilization, bagging, tagging, pollination, and
  harvesting of crossing materials.
• 
  Monitor flowering synchronization and
  support timely execution of crossing activities to maximize seed set and data
  quality.
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  Maintain strict labeling,
  traceability, and contamination control throughout all hybrid creation
  activities.
• 
  Support the generation of experimental
  hybrids for evaluation and advancement.

2.
Gametocide protocol
implementation.

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  Implement approved
  gametocide protocols in hybrid creation in line with standard operating
  procedures and safety requirements.
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  Prepare treatment
  materials, apply treatments correctly, and monitor crop response for
  effectiveness and phytotoxicity.
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  Record all treatment
  details accurately, including dates, rates, environmental conditions, and
  observed outcomes.
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  Collaborate with
  breeders and agronomists to improve protocol efficiency and reliability.

3.
Conversion of B
lines to CMS lines.

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  Support the
  conversion of selected new B lines into CMS lines through structured
  backcrossing programs.
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  Assist in
  maintaining pedigree records and generation advancement data for conversion
  cycles.
• 
  Identify and report
  any deviations in fertility expression, plant type, or seed quality during
  conversion work.
• 
  Ensure that
  conversion materials are handled with high precision to preserve genetic
  integrity.

4.
Parental line
maintenance.

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  Maintain and
  regenerate A, B, and R seed stocks under strict quality and genetic purity
  standards.
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  Conduct rouging,
  isolation, controlled selfing, and harvest operations for parental line
  maintenance plots.
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  Support seed drying,
  cleaning, packaging, labeling, storage, and inventory tracking.
• 
  Monitor seed
  viability and alert supervisors on regeneration needs to prevent loss of
  valuable germplasm.

5.
Seed production
efficiency.

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  Contribute to
  improvements in seed production efficiency through better field organization,
  synchronization, and work sequencing.
• 
  Support the adoption
  of light mechanization and improved tools where appropriate to reduce labor
  burden and improve precision.
• 
  Assist in evaluating
  field performance, seed set, and operational bottlenecks for continuous
  improvement.
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  Maintain accurate
  records to support productivity analysis and decision-making.

6.
Data management,
quality, and compliance.

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  Maintain complete
  and accurate field records, crossing logs, seed inventories, and activity
  reports.
• 
  Enter and manage
  data in digital platforms used by the breeding and operations teams.
• 
  Follow institutional
  protocols on quality assurance, biosafety, occupational safety, and seed
  handling.
• 
  Ensure compliance
  with internal procedures for genetic materials and research operations.

Requirements

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  Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop
  Science, Seed Technology, Plant Breeding, or a related discipline
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  Minimum of 2 years’ practical
  experience in hybrid breeding, parental line maintenance, or seed production
  operations.
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  Demonstrated hands-on experience in
  controlled pollination, backcrossing, rouging, and seed handling.
• 
  Experience with CMS systems, or hybrid
  seed production will be an added advantage.
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  Ability to drive field car (pickup
  with manual or automatic gear).
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  Occasional travel to partner locations