Limagrain is a global company with deep local roots. Our parent company is an agricultural cooperative based in the Limagne-Val d’Allier plain, in the heart of Central France’s Auvergne region, while we are an international seed and agri-food group with some 9,600 employees working in 53 countries.

As the 4th largest seed company in the world, we achieved sales of 2.522 billion euros in 2023-2024, with additional sales of 729 million euros from activities carried out in collaboration with our strategic partners.

Function

Scientist – Doubled Haploid (DH) | Research & Development | Hyderabad (Yadaram)

We are looking for a Scientist – Doubled Haploid (DH) to join our Research & Development Department at Yadaram, Hyderabad. This role is ideal for professionals with 5+ years of experience in plant breeding, genetics, or biotechnology, who are passionate about advancing agricultural innovation.

Main Goal

Your mission will be to lead and deliver the Doubled Haploid (DH) pipeline, ensuring high-quality DH lines that accelerate breeding cycles, improve genetic gain, and support Limagrain’s vision of sustainable agriculture.

Job description

As a DH Scientist, you will:

- Plan & Strategy: Develop annual and seasonal DH production plans aligned with breeding priorities.
- Operations: Manage haploid induction, chromosome doubling, nurseries, pollination, harvesting, and seed production.
- Integration: Collaborate with breeders to deliver DH lines for evaluation and advancement.
- Data & Innovation: Track productivity metrics, optimize protocols,



and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Resource Management: Manage budgets, facilities, and manpower to achieve program objectives.
- People & Compliance: Train staff, ensure biosafety, and maintain compliance with HSE and quality standards.

- Master’s or Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Biotechnology, Agronomy or related fields.
- 5–8 years of experience in DH technology or plant breeding R&D;.
- Strong knowledge of maize breeding, DH production, and data analysis.
- Familiarity with molecular breeding, genotyping, or tissue culture is an advantage.
- Proficiency in data management software and excellent communication skills in English.
- Leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving mindset.

Skills

Job KnowledgeManaging TechnologyManaging for ResultsManaging PerformancePlanningProblem Solving/AnalysisAccountabilityProficiency in the role

Your benefits and working environment

- Be part of a global seed leader with over 9,000 employees across 49 countries.
- Work in a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that values innovation and sustainability.
- Prospect to impact the future of food and agriculture while growing your career.
- Access to world-class facilities, continuous learning, and international exposure.

Recruitment process

- Application Screening
- HR Interview
- Technical/Functional Interview
- Hiring Manager Discussion
- Reference & Background Verification
- Offer Rollout
- Pre-Joining Formalities
- Onboarding & Induction

Submit your CV to [email protected] Last date for applications: 15 Sept 2026

📌 DH Scientist (Kerala)
🏢 Limagrain
📍 Kerala