Research Associate I, Molecular Biology

At InnerPlant (www.innerplant.com) we are on a mission to transform farming by enabling crops to communicate directly with farmers. By tapping into plants' immune systems, InnerPlant engineers crops that emit optical signals detectable as far away as space when under attack by disease, pests, or other stressors

We’re backed by leading industry and venture partners, including John Deere and an alliance of North American farmers. InnerPlant is a place for people that believe they can make a difference and want to improve how decisions are made on the farm.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, and detail-oriented individual to play a key role in the scale-up of our genetic improvement platform, engaging in both discovery and product development projects. The Research Associate I, Molecular Biology will support various aspects of our molecular biology platform including plant genotyping, plant gene expression assays, and vector construction. This laboratory position is a hands-on role focused on supporting our CropVoice product. The right candidate thrives in a dynamic start-up atmosphere and takes the initiative to move projects forward. The candidate will work under the supervision of a team of molecular biologists but must be individually motivated.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills are also essential as this role is part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team. The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Education and Experience 

• B.S in biology or a related field.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with standard molecular biology techniques including PCR and cloning.
• Experience performing general laboratory duties such as preparing media, buffers, etc.
• Familiarity with software used to analyze DNA sequencing data.
• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Excel and LIMS/databasing tools)
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred experience:

• qPCR Assay development
• R statistical programming

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

InnerPlant provides an amazing opportunity to work on some of the hardest problems facing humanity and help design the agricultural systems of the future. In addition to working with a fun team, we offer competitive compensation, on-the-job training, and growth opportunities.

InnerPlant provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.