Main Purpose:

The scientist is responsible for trait discovery, development and advancement activities for canola and other Nuseed’s core crops. The scientist will report directly to the Molecular Biology Leader and will work closely with plant breeders, trait advancement managers, and technical support staff.

Principal Tasks & Accountabilities:

• Design, manage and execute experiments
• Map traits of interest •Develop, validate and employ molecular assays to assist breeding
• Keep accurate records •Manage and mentor junior lab personnel •Instrument troubleshooting
• Develop and capture intellectual property
• Comply with company policies

Experience & Qualifications:

• A PhD or MS degree in genetics, plant breeding, or related fields
• A minimum of eight years of hands on experience in molecular marker development and marker-assisted breeding. Experience in canola is a plus
• Extensive experience in high-throughput genotyping and next generation sequencing
• Ability to design and execute experiments independently and as part of a team
• Excellent leadership, multi-task project management, and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Self-motivated with good working ethic and positive attitude

Competencies:

• Customer Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Drives Engagement – Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Drives Results – Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
• Instills Trust – Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity.
• Nimble Learning – Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
• Plans and Aligns – Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Situational Adaptability – Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Note: These are the minimum requirements of the position.
This position description is accurate at the time of writing but may be amended at any time. The Company will make reasonable accommodations to individuals with known disabilities who are able to perform the essential functions of their jobs with or without such accommodations, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company’s operations. Individuals requiring accommodation should speak to the Company’s Human Resources Department concerning their needs.

If interested, please submit resumes to resumes@us.nufarm.com