Scientist, Seed Treatment - Product Success Center

About Pivot Bio:  

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our products harness the power of naturally occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops and new sustainable ways for farmers to reduce the usage of fertilizers as they work to help feed the world’s growing population.

Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour. 

Position: Seed Treatment Scientist Lead, Product Success Center, St Louis, MO

We are seeking a Research Scientist to join the Pivot Bio Product Development team in its mission to replace synthetic nitrogen fertilizers with seed-applied nitrogen-fixing microbes resulting in improved crop/nitrogen management that is both convenient and profitable to growers.   

As a critical member of the Pivot Bio Product Development team, you will be part of a team that develops innovative and sustainable solutions to crop management challenges.

  Responsibilities: 

• Work in partnership with research and commercial teams to research, develop and deliver pre-commercial and commercial products.
• Work closely with the St Louis based Product Development Success Center staff resulting in an effective team that works well together with an emphasis on safety and product development.
• Lead development of programs and protocols that are innovative and supportive of Pivot Bio’s product development mission and goals.
• Provide leadership and guidance in the development of seed-applied technologies.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.

 Qualifications and Experience 

• MS or Ph.D. degree required, in agronomy, seed science, plant physiology, soil science or related areas of study.
• Strong background in agronomy or related field, including expertise and experience in the research and development of biological seed-applied technologies.     
• Excellent research acumen including experimental design, statistical analysis, protocol development, execution and summarization of research protocols.
• Comfortable working cooperatively across various functional teams, providing input and direction.
• Skilled at verbal and written communication.

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to walk on concrete surfaces for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to drive forklifts, operate both lab and commercial scale seed-treatment equipment.
• Must be able to repetitively lift to 55 lbs. 

*Must be authorized to work in the United States 

What we offer: 

• Competitive package in a disruptive startup 
• Stock options 
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums 
• Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies 
• Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts 
• 401(k) plan, 3% Match 
• Commuter benefits 
• Annual Training & Development support 
• Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule 

Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team