Plant Trait Scientist II Job at CTC - Centro de Tecnologia Canavieira, Saint Louis, MO

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  • CTC - Centro de Tecnologia Canavieira
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description

Be part of the revolution in Brazilian sugarcane productivity and drive bioenergy toward a decarbonized world!

Plant Trait Scientist

Location: St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Key responsibilities:

• Mine, generate, and interpret both public and internal data to make informed gene target nominations• Combine skillsets from several of the following - plant development, plant genetics, plant breeding, bioinformatics, and/or gene editing to deliver trait candidates and generate detailed proof of technology plans for their testing

• Working with the team and hands-on in the lab, generate transgenic plants using conventional DNA integration or genome editing approaches

• Advance tools and methods to ensure proper delivery of proof-of-concepts for both genome editing and biotech traits

• Through excellent communication and interpersonal skills collaborate productively with multiple scientific teams across disciplines and cultures

• Stay informed and up to date with new trait developments reported by both academic institutions and industry

• Prepare technical scientific reports and presentations

• Communicate effectively with relevant scientific and non-scientific stakeholders

• Follow Quality Management and Stewardship SOPs

Required qualifications:

• PhD in Plant Biology, Plant Biotechnology, Plant Molecular Biology, Plant Biochemistry, Plant Genetics or a related field plus 3+ years of relevant trait engineering experience. Prior industry experience is preferred. Candidates with less experience post-degree may be considered for Scientist I level on a case-by-case basis.

• Strong knowledge of plant physiology and/or plant development at the whole plant and molecular levels. Familiarity with plant responses to biotic and abiotic stress is a plus

• Demonstrated ability to independently design, conduct, and interpret experiments including the use of appropriate statistical methods

• Hands-on experience with genome editing is desirable

• Ability to work independently to lead projects, as well as to productively contribute to team projects

• Ability and willingness to embrace flexibility and to work productively in a fast-changing environment

At CTC – Centro de Tecnologia Canavieira , every day is an opportunity to push the boundaries of sugarcane genetics , developing innovative solutions for a more sustainable world.

Why Choose CTC?

Global Leadership in Innovation: We are at the forefront of sugarcane research, using the most advanced genetic improvement and biotechnology techniques to create the most comprehensive portfolio of varieties.

Advanced laboratory set up and Infrastructure: Our headquarters in Piracicaba (SP) houses laboratories recognized as the most advanced in the country. In addition to more than 40 experimentation hubs across Brazil, we also have a research center in Saint Louis (Missouri, USA).

Passionate and Dedicated Team: Our team is driven by science and the purpose of overcoming industry challenges, ensuring excellence and innovation in the field.

Our Culture

Agile Collaboration: We work collaboratively while maintaining agility and valuing knowledge sharing.

High Performance: We deliver high-value results with a high level of excellence.

Innovative Mindset: We transform ideas into high-impact solutions, applied in an agile and practical way. We are always seeking solutions that revolutionize agribusiness and place the customer at the center of our actions.

Customer Success: Through our solutions, we generate value and results for our clients. The customer is at the heart of our decisions, and their success is our success.

If you are driven by science, innovation, and want to make a real impact, CTC is the right place for you . Apply now and be part of this transformation! Join a team experiencing exponential growth , where your development and professional growth have room to thrive. Come build a sustainable and decarbonized future with us!

We are a company for everyone: we respect, include, and value all.

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