Scientist

Corriculo Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AgriTech start-up in Oxfordshire is seeking a skilled Scientist specializing in plant physiology. This opportunity focuses on developing innovations that enhance crop performance and sustainability through advanced methodologies and data analysis. Join a dynamic team backed by Oxford University, aiming to make a global impact in agriculture.

Benefits

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Private Medical

Qualifications

• PhD in Plant Biology or related field with relevant experience.
• Experience in plant physiology, ideally focusing on photosynthesis.
• Strong data analysis skills with tools like R, Python, or SAS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise experimental methods for gene-edited crops.
• Analyse complex physiological and molecular datasets from various experiments.

Skills

Data analysis

Plant physiology

Photosynthesis knowledge

Education

PhD in Plant Biology or Biology

Tools

R

Python

SAS

Job description

Scientist, Molecular Biology, Plant Physiology, Photosynthesis, AgriTech, COR7274

My client, a cutting-edge start-up within the AgriTech space, is seeking a Scientist with a background in plant physiology to join their growing R&D team in Oxfordshire. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on breakthrough innovations that aim to transform global agriculture.

The Scientist / Plant Scientist will play a crucial role in developing and optimising experimental methods to characterise gene-edited crops. The Scientist will analyse complex physiological and molecular datasets from both lab-based and field experiments, helping to enhance crop performance for improved yield and sustainability.

The Company

This dynamic and well-funded Oxford University spin-out is developing pioneering genetic technologies that tap into nature’s wild innovations to strengthen the world’s key crops. With significant backing and an ambitious roadmap, this team is set to make a global impact on farming, food security, and climate resilience.

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• Private Medical

What’s required of the Plant Scientist?

• A PhD in Plant Biology or Biology, with relevant industry or academic experience
• Experience in plant physiology, ideally with a focus on photosynthesis
• Strong data analysis skills, ideally with tools like R, Python, or SAS

What Next?

If you’d like to hear more about this exciting Scientist / Plant Scientist opportunity, just give me a call or drop me an email I’d love to chat! If you’re ready to apply, please submit your CV today.

Scientist, Plant Physiology, Photosynthesis, AgriTech

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