Job Description
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This client is a German multinational Pharmaceutical and biotechnology company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, headquartered in Leverkusen, and areas of business include pharmaceuticals; consumer healthcare products, agricultural chemicals, seeds and biotechnology products.
Job Title: Plant Biologist (Entry)
Location: Chesterfield, MO, 63017
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Contract
Work Type: Onsite
Job Description:
Position Overview:
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.
The successful candidate will participate in the cultivation, phenotyping, sampling, and experimental treatment of wheat crops.
This position blends hands-on plant care with opportunities for experimental design, data analysis, and impactful research that directly informs field production strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
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.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Plant Biology, Horticulture, Plant Molecular Biology, or a closely related field.
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.
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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