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Plant Scientists | Cambridge | Part-time option

Job description

Are you passionate about the power of plants and curious about how they can transform the future of agriculture?

You could be part of a team that are pioneering the production of high-value animal proteins and pigments without relying on animals.

Using cutting-edge molecular biology and biotechnology, you could help create a more sustainable food production system that minimizes the impact of agriculture on the planet.

Join this dynamic team to help develop plant transformation pipelines and play a key role in our innovative approach to producing animal-identical proteins and pigments using plants.

As part of a growing team, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of sustainable agriculture while gaining invaluable hands-on experience. You’ll work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment, where your contributions directly influence our groundbreaking research.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Contribute to experimental design, plant regeneration, and transformation processes.
  • Propagate and care for plants in the greenhouse.
  • Collaborate closely with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced, startup environment.
  • Oversee greenhouse trials from planting to harvesting, ensuring proper trial management and quality control.
  • Conduct seed purity testing and design field trials.
  • Maintain detailed records and contribute to the smooth operation of R&D activities.
Requirements:
  • MSc/PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, or related fields.
  • Minimum 6 months of experience in plant transformation.
  • Strong expertise in plant tissue culture.
Ready to make an impact? Find Dominic Fung at SoCode on LinkedIn to hear more, or apply now if you think you could be a fit!