Research Assistant

Associate, Breeding & Trait DevelopmentLocation: San Diego, CASchedule: Full-Time, OnsiteSalary: $62,000–$74,000/yearPosition Summary:BioPhase Solutions is seeking an Associate, Breeding & Trait Development to support plant breeding and trait development activities for an innovative agricultural biotechnology company in San Diego.This position will support the development and evaluation of gene-edited plants across tissue culture, growth chamber, and greenhouse environments. The ideal candidate will have a background in plant science, horticulture, greenhouse operations, plant breeding, botany, or a related field.Responsibilities:Support the development and maintenance of plants in tissue culture, growth chambers, and greenhouse environmentsAssist with plant breeding and trait development activitiesSupport greenhouse plant care and maintenanceAssist with plant evaluations and seasonal trial activitiesTravel within the U.S. as needed to support multi-location evaluations and seasonal nursery activitiesHelp provide occasional weekend or holiday greenhouse coverage on a rotating basisMaintain accurate records and utilize standard computer programs, including Microsoft OfficeQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with 0–2 years of relevant experience, OR Associate’s degree/high school diploma with 2–4 years of relevant experienceExperience or educational background in plant culture, greenhouse maintenance, horticulture, plant breeding, botany, plant pathology, or a related areaComfortable working in hot and humid greenhouse environmentsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.Strong organizational and basic computer skills, including Microsoft OfficeAbility to work onsite five days per week and provide occasional overtime or rotating weekend/holiday coverage as neededAbility to travel domestically during certain seasonal periodsMust be authorized to work in the United States