Job Title : Plant Scientist – CRISPR Precision Breeding
Location: Tampa, FL Job Type:
Full-time Salary: $70,000–$100,000 per year
Benefits: Health insurance, Paid time off
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Position Overview
Soilcea is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Plant Scientist to support our mission of developing disease-resistant citrus through CRISPR-based precision breeding. This role will play a critical part in advancing our non-GMO citrus improvement pipeline by editing key susceptibility genes associated with bacterial disease resistance.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology, plant transformation, tissue culture, and genome editing technologies. This is a hands-on position with significant bench work, as well as potential opportunities to participate in field data collection and phenotypic analysis. This is a leadership role within a growing and collaborative R&D team based in Tampa, Florida.
Key Responsibilities
Design and execute experiments related to CRISPR-mediated gene editing in crop plants
Perform molecular cloning, Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, and protoplast transfection
Conduct tissue culture and regeneration of crop plants
Collect and analyze molecular and phenotypic data, including PCR, qPCR, sequencing, and gene expression assays
Participate in plant disease assays both in controlled environments and field conditions
Contribute to field data collection, organization, and statistical analysis
Coordinate with team members to advance project goals
Mentor junior team members and contribute to project planning and troubleshooting
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Plant Science, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience
OR
M.S. in a related field with 5+ years of hands-on laboratory experience
Demonstrated expertise in plant genetic transformation and regeneration
Experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g., cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, gel electrophoresis)
Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific documentation
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with CRISPR-Cas systems in plants
Prior work with citrus, tomato, potato, or olive
Experience in an industry R&D setting
About Soilcea
Soilcea is at the forefront of agricultural biotechnology, focused on developing CRISPR-edited citrus varieties resistant to devastating bacterial pathogens. Citrus canker and Huanglongbing (citrus greening) have significantly impacted the Florida citrus industry, reducing yields by over 90% and causing billions in economic losses. Soilcea holds exclusive licenses to foundational CRISPR technologies developed at the University of Florida aimed at solving these challenges through non-GMO precision breeding. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable citrus production.
To Apply
Interested applicants can send your resume and brief explanation of your qualifications to Brendan@soilcea.com
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