An NZ-based horticulture company is looking for a Cell Line Development Scientist to help develop innovative plant cell systems that solve real-world industry challenges.Working closely with the Chief Scientist and founders, you will develop plant cell lines with targeted traits by understanding and influencing biochemical pathways.This is a hands-on laboratory role for a scientist who enjoys creating recent approaches, designing experiments, and turning biological insights into practical solutions.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution in an emerging field of cellular horticulture.ResponsibilitiesDesign and independently execute experiments to develop and optimize plant cell linesApply knowledge of plant biology and biochemical pathways to influence desired cellular traitsDevelop and improve tissue culture workflows and experimental approachesTroubleshoot biological challenges and create solutions with a high degree of autonomyWork closely with the Chief Scientist and founders to translate scientific opportunities into industry applicationsGenerate, analyse, and communicate experimental results to guide development decisionsYou will have:Strong plant biology knowledge, particularly plant cell biology and biochemical pathwaysPhD preferred, or equivalent industry experienceExperience with plant tissue cultureAbility to independently design experiments, troubleshoot, and drive projects forwardSeveral years' experience in a research or industry environmentNice to have:Experience with callus induction, somatic embryogenesis, or cryopreservation is beneficialThis position is not focused on:CRISPR or gene editingGenomics or genetic characterisationGenetic engineering approachesBioreactor systems or liquid suspension culture scale-upThis is an on-site laboratory-based role in Christchurch, New Zealand
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📌 Plant Biologist / Cell Line Development Scientist (Brisbane)
🏢 Halcyon Knights
📍 Brisbane