Plant Biologist

Title: Plant Biologist

Location: Chesterfield, MO

Duration: 6 months

We are seeking a skilled and driven Biologist with hands-on experience working with plants in controlled environments (greenhouse or growth chambers). The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Plant Biology, Horticulture, or a related field, with practical research experience. This role involves regular crop cultivation, phenotyping, material sampling for lab assays, and assisting with hybrid seed production through plant pollination.

Key Responsibilities:
* Grow, care and phenotype crops in a controlled environment in daily basis
* Conduct plant pollination for hybrid seed production following established Standard Operating

Procedures (SOPs) accurately and ensure compliance
* Sample plant materials for laboratory assays
* Assist on experimental design, data analysis, interpret experimental data and present findings effectively

Essential Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Plant Biology, Horticulture, or a related field
* Proven experience with plant research in controlled settings, including hybrid seed production
* Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
* Motivation to work independently and as part of a team to achieve results
* Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment
* Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and basic statistical analysis

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.