Research Scientist Position Open at Driscoll’s!
About the Company
Driscoll’s is a renowned agricultural company focused on producing high-quality berries and improving cultivation practices. As a global leader in berry production, Driscoll’s emphasizes innovation, research, and sustainability in all aspects of its operations.
Job Posting: Research Scientist, Host Resistance
Location: Mexico-Jacona
Job Family: Research & Development
Time Type: Full time
Job Requisition ID: R0006398
About the Opportunity
The successful candidate will lead a team to conduct and develop assays to characterize berry plant (strawberry, raspberry, blackberry, blueberry) response to a range of important diseases and pests in Mexico. This role serves to phenotype plant responses to key pathogens and pests of the berry crops to characterize the commercial and pre-breeding plant materials.
Responsibilities
- Plant resistance assays
- Manage workflow
- Data management and reporting
- General plant pathology, entomology, and laboratory/field work
Candidate Profile
PhD in a plant pathology, entomology, microbiology, or related field in plant health with at least 2 years’ industry experience OR Master’s degree with 5 years’ experience in relevant areas. Must have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or in a team.
For more detailed responsibilities and qualifications, please refer to the original job notification.
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