Research Associate, Plant Transformation

ABOUT THE ROLE…

We are looking for a dynamic and self-motivated Research Associate to join our fast-growing and collaborative Product Development team to work on plant transformation and tissue culture. This is a hands-on, lab-based role which requires the ability to concentrate, pay attention to details, work efficiently, troubleshoot and work independently as well as in a team environment. The right candidate will be well-organized, flexible, and able to deliver high quality results on time. This position will be located at our West Lafayette, IN site.

AS A RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, YOU WILL....

· Perform plant transformation in multiple, commercially-relevant crops using established production protocols.

· Support the genome editing production pipeline by developing and optimizing transformation methods, testing and validating novel transformation technologies, and continuously improving processes to increase scale and efficiency.

· Collaborate with Scientists and Research Associates to execute experiments, conduct analyses, and record data.

· Initiate and maintain in vitro plant cultures in a high throughput setting.

· Maintain a clean working environment for plant tissue culture experiments.

· Keep detailed and organized records of work, project data and other necessary information.

· Work with colleagues to troubleshoot and develop effective solutions when problems arise.

· Participate in scientific discussions and present research outcomes to peers and management.

· Spend up to 80% of daily work hours in the lab using tissue culture tools (e.g., forceps, scalpels) in a laminar flow hood, lab bench and/or growth chambers.

YOU BRING…

· Bachelor’s or Associate's Degree plus 1 or 2 years of lab experience.

· Experience with monocot and/or dicot plant tissue culture and genetic transformation technologies.

· Proficiency in aseptic techniques.

· Experience with bacterial cell culture.

· Understanding of microbiology and molecular biology principles/techniques.

· High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

· Excellent planning, organization and execution skills.

· Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

· Initiative and sound judgment with a willingness to take on additional responsibilities to meet goals.

· Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills.

· Flexibility, adaptability and ability to constructively challenge the status quo.

· Creativity and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong written and oral communication skills.

· Self-motivated with a results-driven approach and focus on execution.

· Curiosity and desire to continuously learn and have a meaningful impact.

· Collaborative mindset, open to giving and receiving feedback and ideas.

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS...

· 1 year of industry experience in plant tissue culture.

· Experience with monocot genetic transformation technologies.

· Experience with molecular biology.

· Proficiency with light and fluorescent microscopy.

· Proficiency with digital record keeping in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN)

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