Chesterfield, Missouri, 63017
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Job description
Plant Biologist
Chesterfield, MO
$30-33/hr
6-Month Contract
The role of the **Plant Biologist** involves aiding research efforts centered on wheat cultivated in regulated settings, such as greenhouses and growth chambers.
Responsibilities of the Plant Biologist:
- Oversee daily care of wheat plants in controlled environments, which includes activities like watering, fertilizing, and executing pollination tasks.
- Perform phenotyping assessments and record observations related to plant growth, morphology, and reactions to various treatments.
- Collect plant samples for laboratory analysis.
- Administer chemical and physical treatments on plants following standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Assist in the design and execution of experiments while analyzing and interpreting results.
- Accurately log observations and experimental findings using Excel and other data management tools.
- Ensure the cleanliness of growth environments and proper usage and storage of equipment.
- Work collaboratively with team members to troubleshoot issues and generate experimental ideas.
- Share findings and engage in discussions during team meetings.
Qualifications for the Plant Biologist:
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Plant Biology, Horticulture, Plant Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in managing plants within controlled environments (greenhouses/growth chambers).
- Foundational knowledge in plant physiology, biotechnology, and molecular biology.
- Strong attention to detail and good manual dexterity (e.g., adeptness with tweezers for hand pollinations).
- Outstanding organizational, analytical, and communication abilities.
- Capability to adhere to detailed instructions and maintain precise records.
- Experience with wheat or cereal crops is preferred.
- Familiarity with genomics or lab assays pertinent to plant biology is preferred.
STEMHUNTER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
