Cereal Tissue Culture and Transformation (Senior) Scientist Chromatin

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with extensive tissue culture and transformation experience to join our mini-chromosome plant transformation team in Champaign, IL. Applicants should have significant expertise in cereal transgenic plant production (tissue culture, transformation, greenhouse plant cultivation, phenotypic analysis) as well as solid understanding, and preferably some hands on experience, of molecular biology analyses used to characterize transgenic plants. Knowledge of commercial transgenic plant production and tracking is a plus, and experience in an industry setting is highly desirable. This position will involve both independent research as well as team-based activities for production of commercial transgenic materials. The successful candidate is expected to support aggressive research programs utilizing existing mini-chromosome technology in corn, and contribute to optimizing and implementing mini-chromosome technologies in other cereal crops.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- PhD with at least five years work experience in cereal transformation
- Knowledge of molecular assays and (FISH) microscopy experience would be a plus
- Proven rigor in experimental design, optimization, data interpretation, and analysis
- High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to complete tasks
- Demonstrated record of creative and innovative thinking
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Supervisory experience is highly desirable

Application Process:

- Submit a cover letter and CV with the names of at least three references to: careerschromatininc.com, and refer to the job for which you are applying in the subject line.

Company Summary:

- Chromatin Inc. is unlocking the potential of plants to produce greater value and meaningful products for consumer, grower, seed producer, processor, and bio-energy markets by leveraging its proprietary mini-chromosome technology for the introduction of multiple genes (gene stacks) simultaneously into plant cells. The company has formed partnerships with leading agricultural companies to advance mini-chromosome applications in traditional crops such as corn, soybean, cotton, and bioenergy crops such as sugarcane. Chromatin is now expanding its technology to bio-energy feedstocks, developing gene stacks that improve yields and reduce the costs of feedstock conversion to fermentable sugars. The company plans to launch strategic partnerships with industry leaders to provide distribution channels for its bio-energy products. Chromatin provides health, vision, dental benefits and participation in a 401k plan.

Location:	2201 West Campbell Park Drive Suite 10 Chicago, IL 60612 United States