Job Title: R&D Plant Biologist

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Plant Biologist to join our dynamic team in St. Louis. Our company focuses on sustainable weed management by reducing herbicide use through gene editing and synthetic biology. This role involves working on discovering resistant traits and gene mutations, measuring resistance to substances, and conducting project-based R&D in a startup environment. You will collaborate with a molecular biologist, coordinate transformation protocols, and handle gene editing and transitioning processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and design transformation protocols and gene editing procedures.
• Execute protocols and conduct gene transitioning.
• Collect samples from the greenhouse (Danforth Center) as needed.
• Develop and conduct microbiological and basic molecular biological assays.
• Register raw data and experiment results following standard operating procedures.
• Follow quality control procedures and LIMS system.
• Write and execute detailed research protocols.

Essential Skills

• Experience in plant tissue culture and transformation (3-5 years).
• Knowledge of different types of plant transformation
• Strong knowledge in biology, IC50 assay, plant tissue culture, plant transformation, and molecular biology.
• Proficiency in PCR techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a startup environment is preferred.
• Critical thinking skills and the ability to make decisions independently.
• Industry experience (2-3 years) is highly valued over academic experience.
• Ability to work systematically and independently without immediate oversight.

Work Environment

This role will be managed remotely, with supervisors located in Argentina part of the time. Effective remote communication and troubleshooting skills are essential. You will work in a fast-paced startup environment and be part of cutting-edge research for new projects.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $50