Research Associate Molecular Breeding

Immediate Opening at College Station, TX!!

Research Associate Molecular Breeding

We are open minded to college graduates with experience in crop science, plant breeding genetics, plant science, biotechnology, or other related fields.

Advanta Seeds is a global seed business that combines the most advanced techniques in conventional plant breeding with biotechnology to deliver world-class seed. Advanta is one of the international leaders in the research, development, production, processing, marketing, and sale of high-performance agricultural seeds. Drawing on our global network of breeders and researchers, Advanta is able to offer exclusive genetics and industry-leading hybrids.

Responsibilities:

· Coordinate and keep track of molecular breeding projects including marker-assisted selection, marker-assisted backcrossing, and fingerprints with the lab and crop breeding teams across geographies.

· Analyze and organize genotypic data generated by the molecular lab.

· Discuss the results with lead molecular breeding scientists, lab managers, and research associates to solve issues in a timely manner.

· Generate reports from the genotypic data and ensure timely delivery of marker-assisted selection and backcrossing results to breeding teams worldwide.

· Curate and store genotypic data in appropriate databases for use in molecular breeding projects.

· Maintain high level of confidentiality about the company procedures and datasets.

Required and Desired Skills:

· B.S. degree with experience in crop science or M.S. degree in plant breeding, genetics, plant science, crop science, biotechnology, or other related fields.

· Experience in molecular breeding applied to plant breeding pipeline.

· Knowledge of molecular markers and experience in genetic data interpretation and analysis.

· Experience with a programming language R and/or python would be desirable.

· Excellent organizational skills are required for this position. Successful person should demonstrate ability to track, prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet the timelines.

· Proactive, self-driven, and self-motivated person with high accountability.

· Team player with exceptional interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with international team of scientists.

All positions are security sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and/or other information required, including a background check that includes criminal history check. UPL is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

Physical Requirements:

1. Prolonged periods of standing at laboratory tables. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
We comply with CDC recommended guidelines.

Application Question(s):

• Do you live at College Station or are you able to commute daily? yes, no
• Please provide annual salary expectation range:

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: One location