Plant Pathologist (Scientist)

at  Tropic Biosciences

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Plant Pathologist to support our team in conducting contained disease assays on tropical plants. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in our research and development efforts, focusing on understanding and mitigating plant diseases in a controlled environment.
This role suits applicants looking to transition from PhD candidacy to their first role within an Agritech industry setting, as you will have the opportunity to be trained by leading scientists in a rapidly developing area of Pathology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Play a pivotal within a team of researchers and technicians in conducting disease assays.
• Design and implement experiments to study plant-pathogen interactions.
• Develop and optimize protocols for contained disease assays.
• Analyse data and prepare detailed reports on findings.
• Collaborate with other departments and external partners to advance research goals.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in plant pathology and integrate new techniques into research projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in all laboratory activities.

Requirements

Educational background

• Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Microbiology, or a related field.

Core Competencies

• Extensive experience in conducting disease assays.
• Strong statistical knowledge and experience with statistical software (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS) for data analysis and interpretation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable Competencies

• Leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to perform and interpret various statistical tests such as ANOVA, regression analysis, and multivariate analysis.
• Proficient in data visualization techniques to effectively communicate research findings.

About Us
Tropic is one of the world’s leading agricultural gene-editing companies. Our team is dedicated to the development and commercialization of high-performing varieties of tropical crops to provide significant benefits to growers, processors and consumers globally, tackling real-world problems around food security and sustainability.
Our vision is to become a leading seed business with significant ownership of its products from the laboratory to the field, while maintaining constructive relationships with growers and consumers based on transparency and trust.
Why Join Tropic?
Diverse workforce operating in a dynamic working environment
Excellent learning and career development opportunities
Social events throughout the year
Competitive compensation and benefits including: Private Medical Insurance, Medical Cash Plan, 25 days annual leave, Group Income Protection and Life Assurance
Further Information
Job Location – Norwich UK
Time Requirement – Full Time
Contract – Permanent
Closing date – 31st November 2024
If you are looking to work in a dynamic company, striving towards a real-world impact, then consider joining our team and apply here

• Play a pivotal within a team of researchers and technicians in conducting disease assays.
• Design and implement experiments to study plant-pathogen interactions.
• Develop and optimize protocols for contained disease assays.
• Analyse data and prepare detailed reports on findings.
• Collaborate with other departments and external partners to advance research goals.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in plant pathology and integrate new techniques into research projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in all laboratory activities