Scientist – Plant Physiology

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural science company in the UK seeks a plant physiology scientist to enhance gene-edited crops. This role involves designing experiments, analyzing data, and improving crop traits, while collaborating closely with scientists. Ideal candidates hold a PhD with expertise in plant physiology and experience in major crops.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Regular team meals and socials

Qualifications

• PhD in Plant Biology or similar, with 3+ years' experience.
• Strong knowledge of plant physiology, especially photosynthesis.
• Experience with major crops such as wheat, maize, or soy.

Responsibilities

• Design and run experiments on gene-edited crops.
• Analyse data from trials and lab studies.
• Improve crop traits through physiological and genetic insight.

Skills

Plant physiology

Data analysis

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Plant Biology

Tools

R

Python

SAS

Job description

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Benefits include:

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Pension
• Regular team meals and socials

About

The client uses wild plant genetics to improve global crops for better yields and carbon capture. Backed by strong funding and working at the cutting edge of agricultural science, the team is based in modern labs at Milton Park, Oxfordshire.

The Role

The client is looking for a plant physiology scientist to support its R&D pipeline. You’ll focus on photosynthesis, develop crop screening methods, and analyse data from lab and field trials. This role is key to improving traits in gene-edited crops and involves close collaboration with scientists and agronomists.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and run experiments on gene-edited crops
• Analyse data from trials and lab studies
• Improve crop traits through physiological and genetic insight
• Present findings clearly to technical and non-technical teams
• Mentor team members and contribute to lab processes

Requirements

• PhD in Plant Biology or similar, with 3+ years' experience
• Strong knowledge of plant physiology (esp. photosynthesis)
• Experience working with major crops (e.g. wheat, maize, soy)
• Skilled in data analysis (R, Python or SAS)
• Experience in field trial design
• Able to translate complex data into practical insights