Entry Level Biologist
JOB-10043887
Anticipated Start Date
May 12,2025
Location
Chesterfield, MO
Type of Employment
Contract
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 an Entry Level Biologist job, then this is the best role for you. Be a vital part of daily research activities, collecting/recording data and assisting in other tasks to facilitate timely completion of projects.
Job Description
- Assist scientists with experiment design, set-up, monitoring and data collection for greenhouse, laboratory, and controlled environment studies.
- With limited supervision, he/she will assist in treatment application, planting/processing/disposal of plants/pathogens per USDA guidelines and training of new team members.
- Contribute to maintaining a clean and compliant laboratory, greenhouse and/or controlled environment chamber.
- Attend and participate in group and project meetings. Assist with scheduling and developing complex timelines. Provide timely and frequent communication regarding any updates, changes, or issues that arise.
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-project team environment and collaborate with colleagues to achieve goals, as well as work independently. May be responsible for leading independent projects.
- Reports to a manager and works under the guidance of several Scientists. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Performs a variety of tasks and a certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
Skills Required
- Must be detail oriented.
- Possess a strong work ethic.
- Be a team player and follow directions well.
Education/Training/Certifications
- BA/BS, with 1-2 year of greenhouse and/or laboratory agricultural testing experience preferred.
Additional Requirements
- Must pass a drug screening and criminal background check.
- Shift Hours: 08:00 AM
Pay Rate/Salary
- Estimated Salary: $27.00 to $35.00 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."