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About Us:

Valent BioSciences LLC is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forestry markets. We have more than 60 years of experience bringing biorational products to market, and our products are used in sustainable operations in 95 countries around the world. Biorational products maximize plant quality, productivity, and sustainability.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical, Valent BioSciences LLC operates with the Sumitomo Spirit mindset, which means to benefit both self and others, recognizing that private and public interests are one and the same. It’s about contributing to society, as well as making a profit.

Description of Job:

Valent BioSciences’ biorational plant growth regulator and biostimulant portfolio provides solutions to help growers realize the full genetic potential of their crops and navigate yield-reducing environmental stresses. We are seeking a horticulture expert to strengthen our base business in tree fruits, nuts, and other high-value crops. The successful candidate will conduct laboratory, growth chamber, greenhouse, and field research studies in the area of horticulture to (a) identify and evaluate plant growth enhancing biochemicals and plant biostimulants and (b) support and extend uses of our existing plant growth regulator products to solve unmet needs in the field.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide scientific expertise in the area of high-value fruit, nut, and vegetable production with a focus on abiotic stress management and productivity enhancement.

• Conduct research studies in the area of plant physiology of fruit and nut trees and high-value vegetable and fruit crops, with a focus on enhancing crop productivity, crop stress management, and general crop management using biorational substances.

• Identify and develop new uses for existing plant growth regulator products.

• Develop a network of university- and other 3rd-party contacts that can serve as a pool of potential research collaborators for researching and developing plant growth enhancing products.

• Supervise and mentor direct report(s).

• Participate in cross-functional product development and product life-cycle management.

• Conduct all work in strict compliance with all applicable safety requirements, containment requirements, standard operating procedures and/or guidelines.

• Work both independently and with interdisciplinary research teams while maintaining a positive and collaborative environment

Experience:

• Strong background in horticulture and whole-plant physiology.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

• Significant hands-on research in laboratory, growth chamber, greenhouse, and field experimentation with high-value horticultural crops and associated production practices.

• Working familiarity with common laboratory equipment, phenotyping methods and associated data acquisition and processing.

• Demonstrated ability to conceive novel hypotheses regarding crop performance, and the ability to design protocols to effectively test hypotheses in the laboratory and the field.

• Demonstrated experience in experimental design, statistics and the use of computational platforms.

• Notable plant growth regulator and biostimulant experience a plus.

• Research experience in the imposition and quantification of abiotic stress.

• Strong organizational, project management, interpersonal, and communication skills. Post-doctoral experience with a strong publication record in a relevant field is a definite plus.

• Exhibits and upholds the values of Valent BioSciences: Integrity, Innovation & Connectedness.

• Conducts all work in strict compliance with applicable safety and regulatory requirements, standard operating practices, and/or guidelines.

Education:

• Ph.D. degree in Horticulture, Plant Physiology, or related field or Masters degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of 6 years of laboratory experience or a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with a minimum of 9 years of laboratory experience.

Travel:

• Domestic/international 5-15%

What We Offer

We recognize that compensation and benefits play a crucial role in your career decisions. That’s why we’re dedicated to equitable pay practices and transparency in how we reward our employees.

Base Salary: The estimated annual base salary for this position ranges from:

$95,400 to $124,000. Individual pay is based upon location, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible for an incentive program or profit-sharing program in addition to their base salary.

Benefits:

• High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with options for medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plans

• 5% company contribution to your 401(k), plus a quarterly discretionary bonus

• Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions

• Financial assistance programs to support your goals

• Life and disability insurance for added security

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days

Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future

At Valent Group of Companies, we’re proud to power a sustainable future through our work. Sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) have been at the core of our culture since the beginning. Today, they continue to drive everything we do.

Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to a better world.

• Valent U.S.A., Valent North America LLC, Valent BioSciences LLC and Mycorrhizal Applications LLC are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.

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