- Contribute to groundbreaking scientific advancements in AgriFood.
- Scientist with in depth Plant Transformation expertise required (with progression to Leadership level in future)
KEY SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Extensive post Degree or PhD experience – 5+ years’ – in the realm of Plant Transformation and Tissue Culture.
- The ability to implement new and more effective Plant Transformation systems and processes (as opposed to purely following an existing blueprint).
- The ability to balance being a hands-on scientist in a lab environment, while undertaking leadership responsibilities such as guiding and mentoring other scientists and technicians, and contributing to scientific direction of the business.
- Knowedge of Corn, Soybean or other row crops would be highly valued.
OVERVIEW:
This agri-biotech start-up has strong backing and, while still small, is already operating in partnership with some household names in the AgriFood sector. Through their breakthroughs in plant bioengineering and transformation, they are on a mission to contribute to the next biotech revolution in agriculture through the genetic enhancement of some of the world’s most commercialised and consumed crop varieties.
They are seeking a Senior / Lead Scientist in Plant Transformation, somebody who can showcase a track record of devising novel solutions and implenting new and improved systems for transformation in row crops. This role could suit somebody who is equally at home in a lab as they are contributing to strategic decisions and liaising with commercial partners – including some of the largest agrifood players in the world.
While a very hands on role, there is a progression route in place that could see this individual developing into a key leadership post in the company in a few years’ time.
Extensive experience in the fields of Plant Transformationd Tissue Culture will be required – this could be somebody with a PhD background and 5+ years’ subsequent relevant experience, or an individual with a related MS / BS and 7-10+ years domain exposure on top.
For an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking impactful solutions where you can genuinely make your mark on the future of the AgriFood domain, get in touch!