Applied Double Haploid Scientist - DH Innovation in Breeding

Syngenta Group; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Full Benefit Package

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Syngenta Group is hiring an Applied Double Haploid Scientist in Nampa, ID. The role involves enhancing breeding efficiency across corn and cereals by innovating DH technologies. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Plant Sciences and extensive experience in plant tissue culture, molecular biology, and genetics.

Responsibilities include optimizing protocols, developing novel methodologies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Syngenta offers a full benefits package and supports professional development in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience in developing DH technologies.
• Demonstrated success in reducing costs in molecular biology workflows.
• Expertise in tissue culture and plant regeneration.

Responsibilities

• Optimize DH production protocols for corn and cereals.
• Develop methodologies for haploid identification.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver integrated DH solutions.
• Stay updated with scientific advances in DH technologies.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Plant tissue culture

Genetics

Process optimization

Chromosome doubling

Haploid induction knowledge

Education

Ph.D. in Plant Science

Master’s degree with 10+ years experience

Tools

Light microscopy

Fluorescence microscopy

Digital imaging

Aseptic techniques

Job description

Syngenta Group is hiring an Applied Double Haploid Scientist in Nampa, ID. The role involves enhancing breeding efficiency across corn and cereals by innovating DH technologies. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Plant Sciences and extensive experience in plant tissue culture, molecular biology, and genetics.

Responsibilities include optimizing protocols, developing novel methodologies, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Syngenta offers a full benefits package and supports professional development in a collaborative work environment.