Entry Level Plant Biologist Job at Dynamics ATS, Job, KY

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  • Dynamics ATS
  • Job, KY

Job Description

Entry Level Plant Biologist

 

JOB-10043939

 

Anticipated Start Date

June 9,2025

 

Location

Chesterfield, MO

 

Type of Employment

Contract

 

Employer Info

As a global leader in agriculture enterprise, our client is recognized for their multiple brands and renowned reputation. Their research and development teams combine knowledge and ingenuity to create the most innovative ideas. With their cutting-edge products, they have a common goal: improved quality of life for all.

 

Job Summary

If you're interested in an Entry Level Plant Biologist job, then this is the best role for you. We are seeking two highly motivated and detail-oriented Plant Biologists to support research initiatives focused on wheat grown in controlled environments (greenhouses and growth chambers). This entry-level role is ideal for someone with a strong background in plant science, horticulture, or related fields who is eager to contribute to real-world agricultural advancements. This position blends hands-on plant care with opportunities for experimental design, data analysis, and impactful research that directly informs field production strategies.

 

Job Description

  • Will participate in the cultivation, phenotyping, sampling, and experimental treatment of wheat crops.
  • Perform daily wheat plant care in growth chambers and greenhouses, including watering, fertilizing, and pollination.
  • Carry out phenotyping and document plant growth, morphology, and responses to treatments.
  • Sample plant materials for laboratory assays.
  • Conduct plant treatments (chemical/physical) according to SOPs and safety guidelines.
  • Assist in designing and executing experiments; analyze and interpret data.
  • Record observations and experimental data accurately in Excel and data management systems.
  • Maintain cleanliness of growth environments and ensure all equipment is used and stored properly.
  • Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and propose experimental ideas.
  • Present findings and contribute to discussions in team meetings.
  • Why Join Us?
    • Impactful Work: Our current experiments directly contribute to production decisions and can quickly influence real-world agricultural practices.
    • Growth Opportunity: Gain valuable experience, contribute ideas, and potentially transition into a long-term or advanced research role.
    • Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate scientists in a supportive, fast-paced research environment.

 

Skills Required

  • Experience working with plants in controlled environments (greenhouse/growth chambers).
  • Basic knowledge of plant physiology, biotechnology, and molecular biology.
  • Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity (e.g., using tweezers for hand pollinations).
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to follow detailed protocols and maintain accurate records.
  • Comfortable working independently and within a team-oriented environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Microsoft Teams.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • Experience working with wheat or cereal crops.
    • Familiarity with genomics or lab-based assays related to plant biology.
    • Curiosity and a proactive mindset toward scientific research.
    • Ability to think critically and see the “big picture” in research applications.

 

Education/Training/Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in plant biology, Horticulture, Plant Molecular Biology, or a closely related field.

 

Additional Requirements

  • Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check.
  • Shift: 08:00 AM

 

Pay Rate/Salary

  • Estimated Salary: $27.00 to $35.00 per hour based on qualifications.

 

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws."

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Local area, Shift work,

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