About Elsoms Seeds Ltd.

Elsoms is the UK’s leading independent seed specialist and plant breeder. We breed, supply and treat high quality vegetable and agricultural seed throughout the UK, using the latest in plant breeding research and seed technology.

The Elsoms R&D department invest in our own plant breeding programmes. Our goal is to produce new and improved varieties of arable and vegetable crops, playing our part in the global challenge for sustainable food production and food security.

Job Specification

A Genomics Specialist position is open within the R&D department's Lab Team. The role involves managing genomics research projects in the lab, focusing on identifying, sourcing, and developing genetic markers for traits relevant to commercial production, and conducting bioinformatics to support marker-assisted selection.

It is a full-time, permanent position based on 37.5 hour working week.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A PhD in genetics or plant sciences, or equivalent experience, is required.
• Candidates should have significant experience in plant biology/genetics, lab work, and developing laboratory protocols. Experience in agriculture or horticulture is desirable.
• Essential skills include outstanding scientific knowledge and methods, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

Package:

• Salary: £37,500.00 to £45,000.00 per annum
• Benefits include:
  • 25 days of annual leave (increasing to 30 days),
  • Eligible for discretionary annual bonus
  • Share incentive plan
  • Income protection and life assurance
  • Company pension (employee contributions double matched up to 5%)
  • Wellbeing initiatives such as a cycle-to-work program and yoga classes

Application and CV to be sent to: hr@elsoms.com via the ‘Apply’ button above.

Deadline for applications: 18th October 2024

£37,500 to £45,000 per annum + Benefits