Scientist – Plant Physiology

CT19; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agricultural science is seeking a Scientist specializing in Plant Physiology. The role focuses on enhancing traits in gene-edited crops through experiments and data analysis. Ideal candidates will have a PhD, strong expertise in photosynthesis, and experience with major crops. This full-time position offers an environment of collaboration and innovation in a dynamic field.

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

Photosynthesis

Field Trial Design

Education

PhD in Plant Biology or similar

Tools

R

Python

SAS

Job description

CT19 Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom

CT19 Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom

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Connecting Brilliant Minds in Biology and Chemistry to Drive Progress in Life Sciences and Biotechnology

Job Title: Scientist – Plant Physiology

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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