Ohalo
Overview
Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest. Position Title:
Junior Potato Breeder
Location:
Aptos, CA
Type:
Full-time
Ohalo is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Junior Potato Breeder to take ownership of greenhouse nursery activities as well as field portions within our innovative potato program. This role is ideal for a driven early-career scientist with at least two years of experience in potato breeding, who is eager to innovate and grow professionally in a fast-paced, high-impact startup environment. The breeder will play a critical role in the execution of Ohalo's Boosted Breeding platform, managing key processes in greenhouse, data collection, and material advancement to enable revolutionary gains in crop yield and breeding efficiency.
Responsibilities
Take full ownership of planning and executing nursery activities to ensure high-quality seed production
Assess plant vigor, yield, and desirable agronomic characteristics across greenhouse and field trials to identify top-performing genetic material
Maintain accurate and organized records of plants, seed inventory, and breeding progress across environments and generations
Collaborate with greenhouse operators to ensure optimal plant health and generation time
Work with Research Associates and Scientists to execute experiments, analyze data, and communicate results for a variety of experiments simultaneously
Participate in scientific discussions, contribute to continuous improvement in breeding operations, and present research outcomes to peers and leadership
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in a potato breeding program
Ability to successfully juggle multiple projects to meet intertwined deadlines
Meticulous approach to planning with failsafes to prevent pitfalls
Ability to accurately follow, develop, and communicate detailed plans
Hands-on approach with a history of success
Detail-oriented, well-organized, and strong record-keeping
Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills
Enthusiastic about potato breeding technology with a desire to overturn conventional breeding and production systems
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work creatively in a dynamic, data-driven startup environment
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with potato crossing and germplasm curation/management
Experience managing data and using statistical analysis to drive decisions
Compensation The anticipated pay range for this role is $95,000 - $110,000 per year for our Aptos, CA location. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
About Ohalo Genetics Ohalo aims to accelerate evolution to unlock nature's potential. Founded in 2019, Ohalo develops novel breeding systems and improved plant varieties that help farmers grow more food with fewer natural resources, increasing the yield, resiliency, and genetic diversity of crops to sustainably feed our population. Ohalo's breakthrough technology, Boosted Breeding, will usher in a new era of improved productivity to radically transform global agriculture. For more information, visit www.ohalo.com.
No visa sponsorship is available for this position at this time. No recruiters, please.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Research Services
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Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest. Position Title:
Junior Potato Breeder
Location:
Aptos, CA
Type:
Full-time
Ohalo is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Junior Potato Breeder to take ownership of greenhouse nursery activities as well as field portions within our innovative potato program. This role is ideal for a driven early-career scientist with at least two years of experience in potato breeding, who is eager to innovate and grow professionally in a fast-paced, high-impact startup environment. The breeder will play a critical role in the execution of Ohalo's Boosted Breeding platform, managing key processes in greenhouse, data collection, and material advancement to enable revolutionary gains in crop yield and breeding efficiency.
Responsibilities
Take full ownership of planning and executing nursery activities to ensure high-quality seed production
Assess plant vigor, yield, and desirable agronomic characteristics across greenhouse and field trials to identify top-performing genetic material
Maintain accurate and organized records of plants, seed inventory, and breeding progress across environments and generations
Collaborate with greenhouse operators to ensure optimal plant health and generation time
Work with Research Associates and Scientists to execute experiments, analyze data, and communicate results for a variety of experiments simultaneously
Participate in scientific discussions, contribute to continuous improvement in breeding operations, and present research outcomes to peers and leadership
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in a potato breeding program
Ability to successfully juggle multiple projects to meet intertwined deadlines
Meticulous approach to planning with failsafes to prevent pitfalls
Ability to accurately follow, develop, and communicate detailed plans
Hands-on approach with a history of success
Detail-oriented, well-organized, and strong record-keeping
Positive attitude and good interpersonal skills
Enthusiastic about potato breeding technology with a desire to overturn conventional breeding and production systems
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work creatively in a dynamic, data-driven startup environment
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with potato crossing and germplasm curation/management
Experience managing data and using statistical analysis to drive decisions
Compensation The anticipated pay range for this role is $95,000 - $110,000 per year for our Aptos, CA location. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
About Ohalo Genetics Ohalo aims to accelerate evolution to unlock nature's potential. Founded in 2019, Ohalo develops novel breeding systems and improved plant varieties that help farmers grow more food with fewer natural resources, increasing the yield, resiliency, and genetic diversity of crops to sustainably feed our population. Ohalo's breakthrough technology, Boosted Breeding, will usher in a new era of improved productivity to radically transform global agriculture. For more information, visit www.ohalo.com.
No visa sponsorship is available for this position at this time. No recruiters, please.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Research Services
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