Pivot Bio
SR Scientist – Plant Bioassays Team Lead
Pivot Bio, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
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Pivot Bio . About Pivot Bio: Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of microbiology, genomics, crop nutrition and agriculture, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in fertilizer technology. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes, modern gene editing and application technologies to provide nitrogen to crops. We are dedicated to providing new solutions for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the long-term scientific strategy for plant bioassay capabilities and platform development Strategic Leadership: Lead cross-functional strategic planning to align assay development with company product roadmaps Strategic Leadership: Drive innovation in assay methodologies and plant phenotyping technologies Strategic Leadership: Represent the Plant Bioassays team in senior leadership meetings and strategic planning sessions Scientific Excellence: Design and oversee complex in planta workflows to evaluate microbial strain performance for agricultural applications Scientific Excellence: Ensure scientific rigor and statistical validity across all experimental designs and analyses Scientific Excellence: Lead interpretation of large, complex datasets and provide strategic insights to stakeholders Scientific Excellence: Champion best practices in experimental design, data quality, and reproducibility Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of scientists and research associates Team Leadership & Development: Foster a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement Team Leadership & Development: Conduct performance reviews, career development planning, and talent acquisition Team Leadership & Development: Provide technical guidance and strategic direction to team members across multiple projects Operations & Platform Management: Oversee operational excellence and continuous improvement of the St. Louis research site Operations & Platform Management: Implement and optimize high-throughput screening workflows and automation technologies in concert with our Automation team Operations & Platform Management: Establish and monitor advanced indicators and metrics that drive operational and scientific success Operations & Platform Management: Lead capacity planning and resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with senior leaders across Agronomy, Fermentation, Application R&D, Regulatory, and Data Science teams Cross-Functional Collaboration: Influence company-wide experimental priorities and resource allocation decisions Cross-Functional Collaboration: Communicate complex scientific findings and strategic recommendations to executive leadership Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead external collaborations with academic institutions and technology partners Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to all safety, regulatory, and quality standards Compliance & Safety: Oversee equipment qualification, maintenance, and compliance protocols Compliance & Safety: Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies for laboratory operations Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Microbiology, Agricultural Sciences, or related field Minimum 8 years of relevant industry experience post-degree, with at least 3 years in leadership roles Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing scientific teams Extensive experience in biological assay development, validation, and platform management Demonstrated success in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration at senior levels Strong background in statistical analysis, experimental design, and data interpretation Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills with experience presenting to executive audiences Experience managing complex, multi-project portfolios and resource allocation Preferred Qualifications
Experience in agricultural biotechnology, microbiology, or related industry Advanced expertise in plant phenotyping, high-throughput screening, and automation technologies Experience working with corn, cotton and small grains Proficiency in advanced data analysis tools and platforms (R, Python, JMP, Tableau, or other cloud-based analytics) Training in advanced statistical methods, Six Sigma, or lean methodologies Experience with regulatory submissions and compliance in agricultural or biotechnology sectors Track record of technology transfer, patent applications, or publication in peer-reviewed journals Experience managing external partnerships and vendor relationships Travel
Up to 15% occasional travel for conferences, collaborations, or site visits Must Be Authorized to Work in the United States What We Offer
Competitive package in a disruptive startup Stock options Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts 401(k) plan, 3% Match Commuter benefits Annual Training & Development support Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team All remote positions and those not located in our Berkeley facility are paid based on National Benchmark data. Following employment, growth beyond the hiring range is possible based on performance. Hiring Compensation Range $135,000—$168,000 USD Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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SR Scientist – Plant Bioassays Team Lead
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Pivot Bio . About Pivot Bio: Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of microbiology, genomics, crop nutrition and agriculture, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in fertilizer technology. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes, modern gene editing and application technologies to provide nitrogen to crops. We are dedicated to providing new solutions for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the long-term scientific strategy for plant bioassay capabilities and platform development Strategic Leadership: Lead cross-functional strategic planning to align assay development with company product roadmaps Strategic Leadership: Drive innovation in assay methodologies and plant phenotyping technologies Strategic Leadership: Represent the Plant Bioassays team in senior leadership meetings and strategic planning sessions Scientific Excellence: Design and oversee complex in planta workflows to evaluate microbial strain performance for agricultural applications Scientific Excellence: Ensure scientific rigor and statistical validity across all experimental designs and analyses Scientific Excellence: Lead interpretation of large, complex datasets and provide strategic insights to stakeholders Scientific Excellence: Champion best practices in experimental design, data quality, and reproducibility Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of scientists and research associates Team Leadership & Development: Foster a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement Team Leadership & Development: Conduct performance reviews, career development planning, and talent acquisition Team Leadership & Development: Provide technical guidance and strategic direction to team members across multiple projects Operations & Platform Management: Oversee operational excellence and continuous improvement of the St. Louis research site Operations & Platform Management: Implement and optimize high-throughput screening workflows and automation technologies in concert with our Automation team Operations & Platform Management: Establish and monitor advanced indicators and metrics that drive operational and scientific success Operations & Platform Management: Lead capacity planning and resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with senior leaders across Agronomy, Fermentation, Application R&D, Regulatory, and Data Science teams Cross-Functional Collaboration: Influence company-wide experimental priorities and resource allocation decisions Cross-Functional Collaboration: Communicate complex scientific findings and strategic recommendations to executive leadership Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead external collaborations with academic institutions and technology partners Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to all safety, regulatory, and quality standards Compliance & Safety: Oversee equipment qualification, maintenance, and compliance protocols Compliance & Safety: Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies for laboratory operations Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Microbiology, Agricultural Sciences, or related field Minimum 8 years of relevant industry experience post-degree, with at least 3 years in leadership roles Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing scientific teams Extensive experience in biological assay development, validation, and platform management Demonstrated success in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration at senior levels Strong background in statistical analysis, experimental design, and data interpretation Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills with experience presenting to executive audiences Experience managing complex, multi-project portfolios and resource allocation Preferred Qualifications
Experience in agricultural biotechnology, microbiology, or related industry Advanced expertise in plant phenotyping, high-throughput screening, and automation technologies Experience working with corn, cotton and small grains Proficiency in advanced data analysis tools and platforms (R, Python, JMP, Tableau, or other cloud-based analytics) Training in advanced statistical methods, Six Sigma, or lean methodologies Experience with regulatory submissions and compliance in agricultural or biotechnology sectors Track record of technology transfer, patent applications, or publication in peer-reviewed journals Experience managing external partnerships and vendor relationships Travel
Up to 15% occasional travel for conferences, collaborations, or site visits Must Be Authorized to Work in the United States What We Offer
Competitive package in a disruptive startup Stock options Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts 401(k) plan, 3% Match Commuter benefits Annual Training & Development support Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team All remote positions and those not located in our Berkeley facility are paid based on National Benchmark data. Following employment, growth beyond the hiring range is possible based on performance. Hiring Compensation Range $135,000—$168,000 USD Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Pivot Bio by 2x Get notified about new Senior Scientist jobs in St Louis, MO.
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