Senior Scientist I Team Leader
About The Position
The Senior Scientist I Team Leader leads a team of scientists focused on transgenic event generation and developing innovative genetic engineering capabilities for major field crops. The role advances technologies supporting genetically modified and genome-edited crop development and drives novel approaches to deliver high-quality trait products with speed, efficiency, and scientific rigor. The position applies advanced scientific principles and state-of-the-art technologies to develop genome engineering and transgene expression solutions for biotech trait research and development. It also develops methods and protocols, integrates emerging technologies, and continuously improves team capabilities and operational efficiency to accelerate innovation and product advancement. The role delivers research in changing business and regulatory environments and contributes to product, process, and service improvements.
Requirements
- Ph.D. degree and at least 6 years of hands-on experience in plant molecular biology and genetic engineering or related biotechnology.
- Experience leading a team in a research operations environment.
- Experience working with research collaborators and partners.
- Experience in genomics, molecular biology, and gene-editing technologies.
- A strong record of delivering research and innovation through journal publications or patent applications.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in recombinant DNA technology, cellular biology, microbiology, genome editing, and plant transformation.
- Experience in plant development, plant physiology, plant breeding, genetics, applied genomics, biochemistry, and agricultural biotechnology.
- Strong analytical and communication skills, including interpreting and presenting study results.
- Proficiency with standard software such as Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with applied genomics, bioinformatics, NGS analysis, and DNA manipulation tools.
- Demonstrated experience leading a dynamic technical team.
- Problem-solving ability in recombinant DNA technology and genetic engineering technology development.
- Flexibility in handling new assignments and achieving results in a rapidly changing work environment.
- Effective communication across the organization and business units, strong collaboration skills, and ability to influence without authority.
- Ability to independently lead technology development, deliver high-quality results with data-driven interpretation, and work amid rapidly changing priorities.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of scientists in transgenic event generation and development of crop genetic engineering capabilities for major field crops.
- Provide scientific expertise and leadership to design and deliver studies defined by a group, project, or supervisor.
- Develop methods and protocols and introduce cellular and molecular technologies to improve capabilities and efficiency.
- Initiate, evaluate, and implement changes to established protocols or systems.
- Deliver results in rapidly changing business or regulatory environments.
- Use best practices and knowledge to improve capabilities, processes, or services.
- Contribute to product, process, or service improvements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on the first day.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Profit sharing and retirement savings contribution.
- Paid vacation and paid holidays.
- Maternity and paternity leave.
- Education assistance.
- Wellness programs.
- Corporate discounts.
- Flexible work options.
- Professional development and work-life balance support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
