About KWS:

KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. Nearly 5,000 employees in more than 70 countries generated net sales of around €1.68 billion in the fiscal year 2023/2024. A company with a tradition of family ownership, KWS has operated independently for almost 170 years. It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seed for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflower. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods to continuously improve yield for farmers and plants’ resistance to diseases, pests and abiotic stress. To that end, the company invested more than €300 million last fiscal year in research and development.

Are you ready to make a global impact in agricultural research and development? At KWS, we are pioneers in innovation and excellence, driving sustainable agriculture forward. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Expert (all gender) LIMS Administration to join our Digital Product Management team of KWS SAAT SE & Co. KGaA in Einbeck, Germany. This full-time position with a 2-year contract offers you the chance to gain valuable experience and make significant contributions to our projects. Join us at KWS and be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter. Are you ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of agriculture?

Expert LIMS Administration (all gender)

Key Responsibilities:

Administer LIMS-Software and ELN-Software.
Develop and implement LIMS and ELN systems in KWS laboratories and glasshouses globally.
Implement ELN as a complement to LIMS to ensure digital documentation and traceability.
Develop interfaces between databases and software used in the labs.
Provide user support and training for ELN and LIMS.
Organize data flow and data analysis in cooperation with laboratory managers.

Your Profile:

Educational Background & Lab Expertise: You hold a university degree in biology, computer science, or a related field, and have hands-on experience in lab work with a deep understanding of lab processes.
Tech-Savvy & Programming Skills: You are proficient in LIMS and/or ELN systems, lab hardware, and relational databases. Familiarity with programming languages like SQL, and experience in product ownership or SCRUM/agility, are highly desirable.
MS Office Pro & Logical Thinker: You navigate MS Office applications with ease and have the proficiency to structure processes logically, streamline workflows and boosting efficiency.
Project Management Knowledge: Experience or knowledge in Project Management and/or Business Analysis is a bonus that will enhance your contributions.
Independent, Precise & Customer-Oriented Team Player: You work independently with determination and precision, ensuring high-quality results. Your strong communication skills and customer-oriented mindset make you an excellent team player.
Language Skills: Fluency in written and spoken English is essential, and knowledge of German is a plus.

What We Offer:

Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative and supportive environment with a focus on teamwork and communication in a dynamic team.
Open Work Environment: As a family-run company we are guided by the values of closeness, reliability, foresight and independence - this culture is lived in practice creating thus an open and friendly working atmosphere.
Global Impact: Contribute to projects that have a worldwide impact on sustainable agriculture.
Professional Growth: True to our motto Make yourself grow, we support employees’ professional and personal development.
Competitive Package: Capital formation benefits, Christmas and holiday bonuses, childcare allowance.
Work-Life-Balance: Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work for parts of the week.

Contact:

If you're excited about this opportunity and ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your resume detailing your experience and why you're the perfect fit for this role via the application-button. Join us at KWS and help shape the future of sustainable agriculture!

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Job ID: 15151

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Updated at 03/14/2025

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