Location
Chesterfield, MO | United States
Job description
Entry Level Biologist
JOB-10040772
Anticipated Start Date
04/01/2024
Location
Chesterfield, MO
Type of Employment
Contract to Hire
Employer Info
As a global leader in agriculture enterprise, our client is recognized for their multiple brands and renowned reputation. Their research and development teams combine knowledge and ingenuity to create the most innovative ideas. With their cutting-edge products, they have a common goal: improved quality of life for all.
Job Summary
If you’re interested in Biologist job, then this is the best role for you. Biologists study the basic principles of plant life and the effects of varying environmental and physical conditions. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within plant science.
Job Description
- Support field studies by identifying and enumerating field-collected insects to family/genus level as part of the ecological risk assessment for biotechnology-derived plant products.
- Conduct development of laboratory insect bioassays to meet GLP and quality standards.
- Provide quality control support for data and reports.
- Ensure general laboratory and field equipment maintenance.
- Support additional field and lab activities as needed.
Skills Required
- Experience with electronic data systems.
- Strong insect identification skills.
- Strong basic laboratory or field and experimental design skills.
- Strong organizational and data documentation skills.
- Strong writing skills.
- Strong technical skills to support studies to evaluate the safety of BCS products.
- Fundamental background in related areas of environmental biology, such as entomology or toxicology.
- Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic team-based environment.
- Attention to detail.
Education/Training/Certifications
- BS/MS Biologist or at least 2 years laboratory assay or field experience.
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to pass drug screen & criminal background check.
- Shift: 08:00 AM
- This position does not require support for planting, pesticide application, operating farm equipment and lifting over 50 lbs.
- Knowledge of good laboratory practices or quality system best practices is beneficial but not required.
Pay Rate/Salary
- Estimated Salary: $21.00 to $29.00 per hour based on qualifications.
"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws."
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