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POSITION:
Coordinator
Project Leader, Molecular Markers
Come
join the winning team at Harris Moran Seed Company, a global leader in
vegetable seed. As part of the world's largest independently owned seed
company, we offer exciting careers full of challenge, diversity, and
growth.
Location:
Davis, California
The primary responsibilities
for this position include, but are not limited to:
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Manage a team of Project
Leaders and technicians dedicated to the species specific
molecular markers project.
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Coordinate the activities for
the development and application of strategies and tools in
molecular markers for specified species.
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Define the needs and
strategies in molecular marker activities and applications
for breeding.
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Develop, implement, and apply
state of the art molecular marker projects.
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Provide scientific support,
within the scope of competencies, to other research teams.
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Train regular and temporary
staff assigned to projects, in order to lead and coordinate
their activity.
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Analyze, summarize, and report
on the molecular markers team activities, as well as the
results linked to their projects.
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Transfer new markers to the
“application” team of the Business Unit.
Qualifications:
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Minimum MS in Molecular
Biology and Plant Genetics or equivalent required; PhD
Preferred.
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Minimum 5 to 8 years
experience in molecular biology, research or biology, or
equivalent required.
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Experience with statistic /
biometry a plus.
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Ability and willingness to
work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
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Frequent travel within the
United States, and abroad.
Skills required:
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Ability to initiate and lead
projects, with the end result in mind.
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Proven competencies in
molecular biology and plant genetics.
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Knowledge and command of
molecular marker tools and strategies used in plant
breeding.
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Possess strong leadership and
communication skills.
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Open minded, with the ability
to collaborate with others.
We offer an
excellent benefits package and salary commensurate with
experience.
Harris
Moran is an "at will" employer.
Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Drug Free Workplace.
Please
send application and resume to:
Harris Moran Seed Company
PO Box 4938
Modesto CA 95352
USA
or by e-mail to: hr@harrismoran.com
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