Senior Research Associate, Delivery & Transformation (contract)

Terrana Biosciences

Durham, NC, United States
Pyy range: $37 - $48 ph; contractor employed by th...
On-site
Ms in plant science or related field
3+ years professional lab experience
Agrobacterium and biolistic transformation methods
Terrana Biosciences is a Flagship Pioneering venture creating adaptive, targeted, and sustainable solutions in agriculture

Job Summary

  • Terrana Biosciences is a Flagship Pioneering venture creating adaptive, targeted, and sustainable solutions in agriculture.
  • The role involves innovating, optimizing, and executing plant delivery and transformation methods within an interdisciplinary team.
  • Candidates must possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and record-keeping skills to troubleshoot experimental protocols.

Matching Summary

Terrana Biosciences is a Flagship Pioneering venture creating adaptive, targeted, and sustainable solutions in agriculture.

Salary

Pay range: $37 - $48 per hour; Contractor employed by third-party staffing company; Benefits may be available through staffing provider

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • MS in Plant Science or related field
  • 3+ years professional lab experience
  • Agrobacterium and biolistic transformation methods
  • DNA RNA protein isolation and purification
  • Plant phenotyping and imaging skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with bacterial fungal viral pathogens
  • RNA-protein interaction expertise
  • Industry work experience
  • Fast-paced entrepreneurial environment adaptability
  • Strong interdisciplinary communication skills

Key Requirements

  • MS degree with 3 years experience OR BS with 5 years experience
  • Proficiency in developing transformation protocols
  • Hands-on experience with plant tissue sampling

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