Applied Double Haploid Scientist
Core
Develop, refine, and implement doubled haploid (DH) technologies to accelerate genetic gain in corn and cereals breeding pipelines.
Role type
Senior Applied Double Haploid Scientist
Builds
Scalable DH protocols and automated workflows for corn and cereals
Domain
Agriculture / Plant Breeding / Tissue Culture
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
plant tissue culture, reproductive biology, genetics, process optimization, experimental design, aseptic techniques, plant regeneration, growth regulator use, imaging systems, embryo rescue, anther/microspore culture
Preferred skills
CRISPR applications in DH systems, novel haploid inducer development, high-throughput automation, cost-reduction strategies
Technologies
light microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, digital imaging, plant handling systems
Responsibilities
Optimize DH induction and production protocols for corn and cereals; Develop novel methodologies for haploid identification and new DH protocols; Enhance chromosome doubling efficiency by optimizing plant regeneration media and tissue culture conditions; Improve haploid seed quality and vigor through refined hardening and nursery practices; Scale automated DH workflows driving adoption of high-throughput systems; Integrate DH technologies into breeding programs coordinating cohort schedules and technology deployment
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC