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Kathryn Cali
Account Manager at Hunter International
Biologist
Chesterfield, MO
Biologist will work with senior scientists as part of team to develop and test novel crop breeding methods that use gene editing and plant transformation.
Biologist Responsibilities:
Provide the selected researcher opportunities to improve their molecular biology skills while contributing to meaningful discovery research.
Perform molecular biology work with instruction from Senior Scientists.
Maintain plant growth chamber including planting and harvesting seeds, making crosses between plants and collecting leaf samples.
Track and order lab supplies.
Document work.
Biologist Requirements:
Minimum of a BS in Biology, Biochemistry or similar degree.
Standard molecular biology skills such as performing PCR, DNA extraction and gel electrophoresis.
Excellent note taking, communication and organization skills.
Familiarity with the standard suite of Microsoft tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, OneNote).
Growing and managing plants in greenhouse.
Cloning DNA constructs/plasmids.
Giving presentations at lab meetings.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research
Industries
Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing, Research Services, and Biotechnology Research
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