Remote Plant Scientist

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Remote work allowance

Home office setup support

Career growth opportunities

Access to digital research tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly qualified Remote Plant Scientist to contribute to cutting-edge research in plant genetics, physiology, and breeding. This fully remote role supports sustainable agriculture with a distributed team.

You will design and analyze experiments, develop new plant varieties, and provide scientific guidance to advance the company's goals. The ideal candidate holds a PhD with extensive post-doctoral experience and robust publications.

Qualifications

• PhD in Plant Biology, Genetics, Botany, or related field.
• 7+ years post-doctoral plant science experience.
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Expertise in molecular biology, genetic analysis, and bioinformatics.
• Experience with experimental design and remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex plant genetics and physiology experiments.
• Analyze large datasets with advanced statistics and bioinformatics.
• Develop breeding, transformation, and tissue culture protocols.
• Evaluate new plant varieties for traits like yield and disease resistance.
• Collaborate virtually with breeders, agronomists, and data scientists.
• Prepare reports, publications, and presentations.

Skills

Plant genetics

Plant physiology

Bioinformatics

Statistical analysis

Remote collaboration

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Plant Biology

Tools

R

SAS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly qualified Remote Plant Scientist to contribute to cutting-edge research and development in plant biology and agricultural innovation. This is a fully remote position, ideal for an expert passionate about plant genetics, physiology, and breeding who thrives in a collaborative, distributed team environment. You will be instrumental in designing and analyzing experiments, developing new plant varieties, and providing scientific expertise to support the company's strategic goals in sustainable agriculture. Your work will directly impact the creation of improved crop traits and resilient plant systems, making this a rewarding role for a dedicated scientist.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex research experiments related to plant genetics, physiology, and molecular biology.
• Analyze large datasets using advanced statistical methods and bioinformatics tools.
• Develop and optimize protocols for plant breeding, transformation, and tissue culture.
• Evaluate new plant varieties for desirable traits such as yield, disease resistance, and environmental adaptability.
• Collaborate virtually with cross-functional teams, including breeders, agronomists, and data scientists.
• Prepare scientific reports, publications, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• PhD in Plant Biology, Genetics, Botany, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral research experience in plant science.
• Proven track record of successful research, evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Expertise in molecular biology techniques, genetic analysis, and bioinformatics.
• Experience with statistical software (e.g., R, SAS) and experimental design.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous remote work allowance and home office setup support.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and participation in groundbreaking research.
• Access to state-of-the-art digital research tools and resources.