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Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring a contract Biologics Researcher for our Pharmaceutical partner in Chesterfield MO. If this sounds like you, apply now for instant consideration!

**Pay** : $30-34/hr based on education and experience level

We are seeking a motivated and skilled **Biologics Research Associate** to join our client’s R&D team for an exciting one-year discovery initiative focused on screening corn germplasm for colonization by arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi. This role sits at the intersection of plant biology, microbiology, and molecular biology, offering hands-on experience across laboratory, greenhouse, and field environments.

Key Responsibilities:

+ **Greenhouse Trials:** Support greenhouse studies evaluating corn inoculated with microbial treatments. Tasks include planting, managing fertilization regimes, recording measurements, and conducting destructive plant harvests.

+ **Microbial Applications:** Perform basic microbiology techniques to culture, quantify, and apply microbial inoculum for plant inoculation.

+ **Field Sampling:** Travel to field sites to collect root samples across diverse corn germplasm.

+ **Molecular Biology:** Execute routine molecular biology workflows, including DNA extraction, quantification, and DNA amplification (e.g., qRT-PCR).

+ **Bioinformatics:** Assist in identifying and analyzing target gene variants within corn germplasm.

+ **Microscopy:** Assess microbial colonization in plant roots using histochemical staining, fluorescence imaging, and other standard or advanced microscopy methods.

+ **Data Analysis & Presentation:** Contribute to data collection, analysis, and communication of results to stakeholders across R&D.

+ **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Provide support to team members working on controlled-environment plant physiology studies or microbiology experiments as needed.

+ **Lab Safety & IP Compliance:** Maintain adherence to safety standards and support efforts related to intellectual property protection.

Required Qualifications & Competencies:

+ Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, in Plant Physiology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.

+ Hands-on experience in one or more of the following: plant physiology, beneficial plant-microbe interactions, soil microbiology, and/or molecular biology.

+ Experience with microscopy techniques (e.g., fluorescence imaging) is highly desirable.

+ Strong scientific foundation in biologics or related fields, with the ability to integrate interdisciplinary approaches to solve research challenges.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex findings to diverse audiences.

+ Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and adjust to evolving priorities.

+ A proactive mindset with a commitment to project execution and team success.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to innovative biologics research and development. If you are passionate about biologics, plant–microbe interactions, and applied molecular biology, we encourage you to apply and help advance the next generation of agricultural solutions.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

**Pay Details:** $30.00 to $34.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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