Plant Genomics Scientist: Target Growth & Gene Engineering

Ellison Institute, LLC; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford invites applications for a Scientist in Plant Biology and Functional Genomics. You will identify genetic targets and engineering strategies to modify plant cell growth and development, working with AI, molecular engineering, and plant transformation teams to translate findings into real‑world applications.

The role emphasizes high‑impact research, publications, IP generation, and collaboration across disciplines to deliver scalable plant science

Qualifications

• PhD in plant biology or closely related field; desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to test and validate mechanistic biological hypotheses linking genes and phenotypes.
• Understanding of plant genetics concepts and pathways.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test hypotheses on plant cell growth, division, and morphology.
• Identify genetic targets and regulatory networks for plant growth and development.
• Design and implement genetic perturbations and assess phenotypic outcomes in plant systems.
• Collaborate with AI, molecular engineering, and transformation teams to translate research to applications.
• Communicate findings to multiple interdisciplinary teams to guide R&D decisions.

Skills

Plant biology

Genomics

Molecular biology

Gene editing

Education

PhD in plant biology

Job description

The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford invites applications for a Scientist in Plant Biology and Functional Genomics. You will identify genetic targets and engineering strategies to modify plant cell growth and development, working with AI, molecular engineering, and plant transformation teams to translate findings into real‑world applications.

The role emphasizes high‑impact research, publications, IP generation, and collaboration across disciplines to deliver scalable plant science