Lead Fungal Greenhouse Assay Scientist

Invaio; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Invaio seeks a skilled Fungal Greenhouse Assay Scientist to lead fungicide testing and design robust greenhouse and in planta assays at our RTP, North Carolina site. You will drive data quality for candidate selection and inform field-trial decisions within a collaborative, cross-functional team.

The role emphasizes experimental rigor, protocol documentation, and a proactive approach to developing new screening methods while ensuring reproducibility and safety in a state-of-the-art lab

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD degree in mycology, plant pathology, microbiology (fungal expertise), plant biology, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience designing in planta testing of fungicides/pesticides for greenhouse, field, and/or other controlled-environment trials across multiple crops.
• Experience working with proteins and peptides is desirable.
• Ability to translate cross-functional inputs into well-designed assays that generate actionable data for product development decisions.
• Curiosity and creativity to develop new experimental approaches while maintaining reproducibility and scientific rigor.
• Strong communication skills for presenting plans, strategy, results, and recommendations to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, establish, and optimize robust in planta and greenhouse screening assays for multiple fungal plant pathogens.
• Plan and execute controlled-environment studies to generate reliable data for candidate selection and field trials.
• Analyze results, identify trends, and provide clear technical recommendations.
• Improve assay performance, throughput, and reproducibility, and introduce new approaches.
• Coordinate across teams to standardize assays and deliver high-quality results.
• Present results and rationale to cross-functional teams and inform product strategy.
• Engage with the Invaio R&D team to incorporate diverse perspectives into plans.
• Develop and document protocols and maintain accurate records in electronic notebooks.
• Contribute to a culture valuing teamwork, rigor, curiosity, and innovation.
• Maintain a safe, organized research environment.

Skills

In planta assay design

Fungicide testing knowledge

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication proficiency

Project management

Education

Master's or PhD in mycology/plant pathology/microbiology

Tools

Proteins & peptides knowledge

Job description

Invaio seeks a skilled Fungal Greenhouse Assay Scientist to lead fungicide testing and design robust greenhouse and in planta assays at our RTP, North Carolina site. You will drive data quality for candidate selection and inform field-trial decisions within a collaborative, cross-functional team.

The role emphasizes experimental rigor, protocol documentation, and a proactive approach to developing new screening methods while ensuring reproducibility and safety in a state-of-the-art lab