Biological Scientist II

Classification Title:

Biological Scientist II

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor''''s degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master''''s degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.

Job Description:

Plant Breeding and Germplasm Management-Plan, modify designs, and implement breeding nurseries, field trials, greenhouse experiments, and controlled-environment experiments. Assist with the development, maintenance, evaluation, and advancement of germplasm. Driving to site locations will be required.

Molecular and Genomic Research-Perform molecular biology procedures, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, genotyping, and related laboratory techniques. Perform sequencing, QTL mapping, GWAS, genomic prediction, and other quantitative-genetic analyses.

Research Program Coordination-Coordinate day-to-day research activities with faculty PI, graduate students, undergraduate researchers. Maintain laboratory, greenhouse, field, and research equipment. Train and supervise students, technicians, and other research personnel.

Data Management and Analysis-Maintain, organize research records and databases. Assist with statistical analysis and visualization of breeding and experimental data.

Other-Collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams and contribute to grant-funded research objecti

Expected Salary:

$53,000; commensurate with education and experience

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor''''s degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master''''s degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.

A valid State of Florida Driver's License is required.

Preferred:

• PhD's degree in plant breeding, genetics, horticulture, agronomy, or specialty-crop research.
• Experience with controlled crosses, plant propagation, seed handling, and breeding population management.
• Experience conducting field or greenhouse experiments.
• Experience with DNA extraction, PCR, genotyping, or other molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with plant phenotyping and image-based data collection.
• Experience using R, Python, or other statistical/data-analysis software.
• Experience working with QTL mapping, GWAS, genomic selection, genomic prediction, or other quantitative-genetic approaches.
• Good inter-personal skills and demonstrated ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: Yes