Senior Research Associate, Delivery & Transformation (Contract)

Terrana Biosciences, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Terrana Biosciences, Inc. is seeking a Contract Senior Research Associate for the Delivery and Transformation team.

The role focuses on establishing protoplast transient expression systems and phenotyping plants while collaborating across a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting. Qualifications include a BS with 5+ years or an MS with 3+ years of lab experience, plus experience in plant delivery techniques and clear communication.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in a relevant science with 3+–5+ years of lab experience.
• Experience with protoplast transient expression systems is preferred.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Establish and use plant protoplast transient expression systems.
• Phenotype plants for disease symptoms.
• Collaborate to optimize plant delivery and transformation methods.
• Troubleshoot protocols and propose solutions for transformation methods and bioassays.

Skills

Protoplast transient expression

Plant delivery techniques

Disease symptom phenotyping

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

BS in Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related

MS in Plant Science, Plant Pathology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related

Tools

Agrobacterium delivery

Biolistic delivery

Nanoparticle delivery

Viral delivery

Job description

Terrana Biosciences, Inc. is seeking a Contract Senior Research Associate for the Delivery and Transformation team.

The role focuses on establishing protoplast transient expression systems and phenotyping plants while collaborating across a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting. Qualifications include a BS with 5+ years or an MS with 3+ years of lab experience, plus experience in plant delivery techniques and clear communication.