Genomics Breeder – St. Louis, MO

EMPLOYEE STATUS - Regular

SCHEDULE - Full Time

SUPERVISOR - Director, Breeding

COVERCRESS INC. OVERVIEW

Founded in 2013, CoverCress, Inc. (“CCI”) is an innovative startup company delivering a new, climate-smart winter oilseed cash crop. Using plant breeding to improve yield and maturity combined with advanced gene-editing tools to improve the quality and composition of fiber and oil, CCI has converted field pennycress into CoverCress. Farmers can grow a third cash crop in two seasons by incorporating CoverCress™ into their system as a winter crop between the standard corn/soybean rotation. Through a closed-loop commercial system, harvested CoverCress™ grain generates farm revenue from two markets. when used in its whole grain form, as a low-inclusion, high-quality protein feed ingredient for broiler chickens and when crushed as an ultra-low-carbon intensity oil for renewable fuel feedstock and a high-quality protein meal for animal feed. In addition to the new revenue as a third cash crop in two seasons, CoverCress™ provides the ecosystem benefits of a cover crop, including improved soil health and carbon sequestration.

CCI’s headquarters are located in the 39 North AgTech Innovation District in St. Louis, Missouri. 39 North is a 600-acre innovation district anchored by the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, BRDG Park, the Helix Incubator, Bayer Crop Science, and the Yield Lab. CCI utilizes first-class lab space at the BRDG building and runs greenhouse operations at the prestigious Donald Danforth Plant Science Center. Learn more at CoverCress.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly motivated Genomics Breeder to drive the implementation of predictive breeding in our program. CoverCress has developed our initial commercial products utilizing a classical breeding approach starting with a relatively narrow germplasm pool. These products are currently being evaluated on over 7000 demonstration acres in central Illinois and Missouri. We have developed a reliable regional field-testing system and genotyping capabilities. Our next step is to utilize genomics breeding technologies, genetic knowledge derived from the high synteny between field pennycress and Arabadopsis thaliana, and an expanded germplasm pool to drive product performance and profitability. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the establishment of a new crop!

The Genomics Breeder joins a strong scientific team focused on creating a predictive breeding platform. The breeder will lead the establishment of strategies for phenotyping, genotyping, training model development, and implementing predictive selection within the breeding program. The Breeder will play a hands-on role in data analysis and must have excellent analytical skills. The ideal candidate will have the interest and skills to manage the front end of the breeding pipeline in the development of breeding populations, selection of high potential accessions, and broadening the breeding pool.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the implementation of genomics breeding in the CoverCress™ variety development program
• Conduct hands-on data analysis
• Actively engage in breeding program management on program design, germplasm diversity management, advancement, testing, and other strategic initiatives
• Collaborate extensively with Breeding, Genomics, and Agronomy teams to develop and implement strategies for technology adoption in breeding and trait integration programs
• Manage projects across greenhouse and field environments
• Support the discovery, development, and deployment of value-added traits in the CoverCress pipeline

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• PhD in plant breeding, genetics, genomics, or related field or MS with 3+ years of relevant experience in a strong genomics-based breeding program
• Mastery of statistical applications in plant breeding and statistical genomics analysis methods

Desired

• Variety development experience within an applied breeding program is preferred, but not required
• Experience with data collection strategies and tools
• Experience with analytical software, breeding program management software, and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong leadership potential
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in field and greenhouse environments
• Available for seasonal travel for field operations. Day trips from our St. Louis base comprise most of the travel but some overnight travel is necessary
• Must be able to lift at least 30lbs

BENEFITS

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

CoverCress Inc. is a growing company with a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• St. Louis, MO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have strong skills in statistical genomics analysis?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work Location: One location

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