Research Scholar: Plant Genome Editing & Biotechnology

North Carolina State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement programs

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

North Carolina State University’s Entomology and Plant Pathology invites applications for a Research Scholar to advance genome editing and plant biotechnology within the Genome Editing Center and the TARDISS program in Raleigh, NC.

The role provides scientific leadership, develops optimization strategies for transformation and tissue culture, and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to translate findings into reproducible protocols and workflows that strengthen domestic natural rubber

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field (plant biology, genetics, biotechnology, or closely related disciplines).
• Demonstrated expertise in plant tissue culture, transformation, and regeneration.
• Ability to develop, optimize, and document experimental protocols and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead genome editing protocol development and optimization for dandelion and related species.
• Identify candidate genes via analysis of genomes, transcriptomes, and literature; design guides and molecular tools.
• Collaborate across teams to translate research findings into reproducible protocols and workflows.

Skills

Plant tissue culture

Transformation

Regeneration

Education

Ph.D.

Tools

TaqMan

PCR

Illumina sequencing

Job description

North Carolina State University’s Entomology and Plant Pathology invites applications for a Research Scholar to advance genome editing and plant biotechnology within the Genome Editing Center and the TARDISS program in Raleigh, NC.

The role provides scientific leadership, develops optimization strategies for transformation and tissue culture, and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to translate findings into reproducible protocols and workflows that strengthen domestic natural rubber