Research Scientist 1 - Grape Breeding

GALLO; California; On-site; USD 131,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

E & J Gallo Winery in Madera, California seeks a Research Scientist 1 – Grape Breeding to conduct breeding and genetic improvement research for wine grapes. You will plan experiments on yield, trait mapping, molecular markers, and grape quality, contributing to innovative germplasm development and deployment.

The role requires a relevant degree and multiple years of research experience, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, reporting, and strategic project execution to advance grapevine

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's or foreign equivalent degree in Plant Science, Plant Breeding, Plant Genetics, or a related field and 6 years of experience independently designing and conducting research.
• Must have 6 years of experience in data collection, including analysis and interpretation of results.
• Must be proficient in writing and presenting technical reports for upper management, scientists, and non-scientists.
• In lieu of a bachelor's or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and 6 years of experience, employer will accept a master's or Ph.D. in the aforementioned fields with the corresponding experience.
• Must have demonstrated proficiency in developing, planning, managing and executing research projects to contribute to grapevine yield, production efficiency, and quality; and applying technologies to improve grapevine materials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research focused on breeding and genetic improvement of wine grape varieties.
• Plan and conduct experiments on yield, production efficiency, genetic trait mapping, and quality improvement.
• Contribute to development and deployment of germplasm related to grape genetics and breeding.
• Execute viticulture and grape breeding research strategies per corporate guidance.

Skills

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Project management

Grape genetics

Grape breeding

Molecular markers

Research planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Plant Science/Plant Breeding/Plant Genetics

Master's degree in Plant Science/Plant Breeding/Plant Genetics

Ph.D. in Plant Science/Plant Genetics

Job description

E & J Gallo Winery

Research Scientist 1 – Grape Breeding

Job Description:

Research Scientist 1 – Grape Breeding positions offered by E & J Gallo Winery (Madera, California). Conduct research focused on the breeding and genetic improvement of wine grape varieties. Plan and conduct experiments on topics such as yield, production efficiency, genetic trait mapping, molecular marker development, and grape quality and composition improvement. Contribute to the development and deployment of technical innovations and germplasm related to wine grape genetics and breeding. Execute viticulture and grape breeding research strategies, programs and projects based on corporate guidance and business needs.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires a bachelor's or foreign equivalent degree in Plant Science, Plant Breeding, Plant Genetics, or a related field and 6 years of experience independently designing and conducting research.

Must have 6 years of experience in each of the following:

• Overseeing data collection, including analysis and interpretation of results;
• Writing and presenting technical reports for upper management, scientists, and non-scientists;

In lieu of a bachelor's or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and 6 years of experience as stated, employer will accept a master's or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and 4 years of experience as stated, or a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and 1 year of experience as stated.

Must have demonstrated proficiency in the following:

• Developing, planning, managing and executing research projects to contribute to the genetic improvement of grapevine yield, grapevine production efficiency, and grape and wine quality and composition; and
• Applying technologies and innovations to improve grapevine plant material.

Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently.

We are offering a salary of $130,512 to $154,700 per year.