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Limagrain

Global Breeding Director (M/F)

Davis, CA · On-site

$180 - $280/hr

Global Breeding Director (M/F) Job Location: Davis Contract type: Permanent About the Role As Global Breeding Director, you will be a key executive leader at the heart of HM.CLAUSE's R&D strategy.

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Ball Horticultural Company

Plant Breeder

Guadalupe, CA · On-site

$120K/yr

Guadalupe, California - R&D Breeding Help shape the next generation of ornamental varieties. PanAmerican Seed, a division of Ball Horticulture Company is seeking a curious, and innovative Plant ...

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY

Plant Breeder

Guadalupe, CA

$83K - $120K/yr

Guadalupe, California - R&D Breeding Help shape the next generation of ornamental varieties. PanAmerican Seed, a division of Ball Horticulture Company is seeking a curious, and innovative Plant ...

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY

Plant Breeder

Guadalupe, CA · On-site

$83K - $120K/yr

Guadalupe, California - R&D Breeding Help shape the next generation of ornamental varieties. PanAmerican Seed, a division of Ball Horticulture Company is seeking a curious, and innovative Plant ...

BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY

Plant Breeder

Guadalupe, CA

$83K - $120K/yr

Guadalupe, California - R&D Breeding Help shape the next generation of ornamental varieties. PanAmerican Seed, a division of Ball Horticulture Company is seeking a curious, and innovative Plant ...

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How much do breeding jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for breeding in California is $68,507.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $92,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in breeding?

A typical day in a Breeding role involves monitoring animal health and reproductive cycles, maintaining accurate breeding records, and implementing breeding plans to optimize genetic outcomes. You may also be responsible for preparing animals for breeding, assisting with or performing artificial insemination, and collaborating with veterinarians or farm managers to support animal welfare. Depending on the setting, daily tasks can also include general care, cleaning, and ensuring proper nutrition. Working in this role often requires adaptability to seasonal demands and a hands-on approach to animal care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for breeding?

To thrive in a Breeding role, you need a strong background in animal science, genetics, and husbandry, often supported by a relevant degree or hands-on experience in breeding programs. Familiarity with breeding management software, data collection tools, and, in some sectors, certification in artificial insemination or related techniques is beneficial. Strong observational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication are important soft skills in this field. These qualifications ensure the success, health, and productivity of breeding operations while maintaining high standards of animal welfare.

What is breeding?

A Breeding job involves the selection, mating, and genetic improvement of plants or animals to achieve desired traits such as higher yield, disease resistance, or better adaptability. Professionals in breeding jobs work in agriculture, horticulture, or animal science, using both traditional and modern breeding techniques. They may conduct research, analyze genetic data, and collaborate with scientists to develop improved breeds or varieties.

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Infographic showing various Breeding job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $68,507 per year, or $32.9 per hour.

Breeding Scientist

Center for Aquaculture Technologies

San Diego, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

The Center for Aquaculture Technologies, a private aquaculture innovation and research company, is seeking two Breeding Scientists. These are both full-time Permanent positions with the successful candidates reporting to the Genetic Services Lead for their respective region. At least one position will be based in North America; applicants based in Asia, South America, Africa, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and other Regions are encouraged to apply. Both positions can be worked remotely; over 25% travel may be required.

Salary is commensurate with experience and global location and is expected to range from $90,000 - $135,000.

Job Overview: As a breeding scientist you will be responsible for the management, strategy and/or analyses for the selective breeding programs of multiple clients in aquaculture. You will serve as a point person for the client to help support directives that includes, but are not limited to, breeding strategy, program design, phenotyping and genotyping strategy, inventory maintenance, biosecurity training/protocol design and data analysis. You will be committed to ensuring that clients have access to the newest technology and methodology related to breeding, genetics, genomics, and aquaculture through innovation and awareness of the current literature. This position requires frequent travel to field sites for clients to oversee program directives and execution.

Responsibilities:

  • Actively engage in designing, planning, and the execution of breeding programs and research objectives
  • The development of new approaches and customized solutions to aquaculture breeding program challenges.
  • Maintain confidentiality of breeding clients' program details
  • Data and information organization including entering data in a database.
  • Maintain effective communication with clients and CAT teams
  • Interact effectively with multiple groups within CAT to execute breeding program goals
  • Analyze genetics and genomics data/information

Selection Criteria

Essential:

  • Degree in Genetics, Applied Breeding or similar
  • Demonstrated experience in applied breeding and genetic improvement
  • Open-minded and flexible approach to problem solving
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Highly responsible and independent with a demonstrated ability to deliver quality outcomes efficiently and in a timely manner
  • High level of organization skills and ability to precisely document plans and actions.
  • Ability to manage data from diverse sources and perform basic analyses.
  • Passport and ability to travel

Desirable:

  • Experience within the Aquaculture industry or Aquaculture-related applications of genetic improvement
  • Experience in dealing with, and use, of high dimensional genomic datasets (SNP or NGS data) and associated software for the analysis of such data.
  • Experience and/or knowledge of genomic selection and different genomic prediction models.
  • Experience in R or Python, or a proven ability to learn computer languages easily.
  • Knowledge of population genetics.

Commitment toCAT's Core Purpose:Dedication to and passion for CAT's core purpose:We are driven by the transformative potential of aquaculture.To feed the world, support the environment, and sustain the planet.Our purpose is to unlock this potential.

CAT offers a generous benefits package.

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