molecular geneticist

Céréla Inc; Saint-Hugues; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biotechnology seeks a researcher with a doctorate in molecular biology or related fields. The role involves conducting experiments and research to develop innovative agricultural products. The candidate should have a strong background in genetics and a passion for environmental sustainability. Competitive salary and benefits, including group insurance and learning opportunities, are offered.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site recreation and activities

Parking available

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in related research fields.
• Expertise in plant growth and molecular studies required.
• Ability to conduct complex experiments and analyze results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments in plant or animal growth, heredity and breeding.
• Produce reports and compile research results.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary projects and ensure procedures are followed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Statistical analysis

Excellent written communication

Team player

Time management

Initiative

Education

Earned doctorate degree

Molecular biology

Plant genetics

Genome sciences/genomics

Job description

Overview

Languages

French

Education

• Earned doctorate degree
• Molecular biology
• Plant genetics
• Genome sciences/genomics
  
  

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work setting

• Business and/or industry
• Rural area
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct experiments in plant or animal growth, heredity and breeding
• Produce reports
• Conduct molecular or biochemical studies and experiments in genetic expression, gene manipulation and recombinant DNA technology to develop new or alternative methods of producing products
• Conduct research in biotechnology to discover, develop and refine, and evaluate new products
• Co-ordinate multidisciplinary projects
• Monitor and compile research results
• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met
  
  

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Agriculture
• Research institute, laboratory or centre
• Statistical analysis
  
  

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  
  

Personal suitability

• Excellent written communication
• Team player
• Accurate
• Excellent oral communication
• Time management
• Initiative
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
  
  

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  
  

Other Benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program