The Technology Innovation Engine for Crop Improvement

WHY KEYGENE?

KeyGene is the go-to AgBiotech
company for higher crop yield & quality

With our intellectual capital, solution driven approach and collaborative spirit, we work for the future of global agriculture with partners in the AgriFood sector.

OUR STORY

our innovations

Plant defense systems contribute to reliable food production

An alternative approach for disease resistance

How DNA sequencing technologies revolutionize crop innovation

From DNA fingerprint technology to latest DNA sequencing innovations

Apomixis – A Game Changer in Breeding

Apomixis Breeding: A Disruptive Innovation

what we do

We offer our six crop innovation platforms in a tailored way, plugging in the platforms that matter. This way we aim to optimally support partners to further innovate in plant breeding and research. We do so for any crop or trait of interest and for any stage of breeding innovation that is included in the research and breeding of our partners.

Genome Insights

Cutting edge technologies for a strong genomic and genetic understanding of your crop of interest

The Digital Phenotype

Objective and robust phenotyping gives advantage in the growing genomic insights

Cell & Tissue Design

Methods and technologies to optimize the regeneration abilities of plant cells and tissues

Trait Discovery

Gene and marker identification and validation for the expression of traits and phenotypes

Genomic Breeding

For increased effectiveness and efficiency of parent selection, breeding scheme and selection process

Precision Breeding

Non GM technologies to deliver (pre) breeding material or even true to type varieties with one superior trait

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Wageningen (The Netherlands)

Molecular Geneticist

As a Molecular Geneticist you will be involved in projects aimed at the development of both molecular genetic tools for breeding programs and gene validation methods for research programs. Your experience with state-of-the-art crop genetics, molecular (plant breeding) techniques, cell biology, scripting and statistical data analysis will help to further improve the quality of our research.

Wageningen (The Netherlands)

Program Scientist Breeding Solutions

As a Program Scientist you will be responsible for the continuous development of computational technologies in our Genomic Breeding platform. This involves: i) strategic innovation and R&D, with a focus on incorporating new artificial intelligence technologies in breeding, and ii) commercial application of our current genetics and breeding technologies, in particular geared towards complex crop genetics and genomic selection.

Rockville, Maryland

Scientist Molecular Breeding

KeyGene is looking for a Scientist / Senior Scientist in Molecular Breeding who will join our US Research and Development team in Rockville, Maryland. The overarching goal of the role is to improve breeding methods and accelerate genetic gain to deliver superior seeds and products. We are looking for people who stand out for their leadership skills, teamwork, and excellent communications skills. We offer very good hiring conditions in a company characterized by technological innovation and excellence in the work environment.

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