Scientist – Plant Physiology

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in agricultural science seeks a Plant Physiology Scientist to join their innovative team in Wakefield. This role involves improving traits in gene-edited crops through experimental design and data analysis, ensuring a significant impact on global crop production. Collaborating with scientists and agronomists, you will enhance breeding projects and mentor junior team members, contributing to the future of sustainable agriculture.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Pension

Regular team meals and socials

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in plant biology or related field.
• Strong knowledge of major crops like wheat and maize.
• Ability to translate complex data into practical insights.

Responsibilities

• Design and run experiments on gene-edited crops.
• Analyze data from trials and lab studies.
• Mentor team members and contribute to lab processes.

Skills

Plant physiology

Data analysis

Photosynthesis

Field trial design

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Plant Biology or similar

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