Plant Cryobiology Researcher
3 weeks ago
The Botanic Gardens Conservation International is seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist to join our team in San Diego, California. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in plant cryobiology and experience in developing cryopreservation and micropropagation protocols for conservation genebanking of wild rare plants.
The Research Scientist will continue research on rare California oaks and expand the plant cryopreservation program to other rare plant taxa, including orchids, cycads, and palms. The successful candidate will also train SDZWA staff and partner gardens through workshops in collaboration with other cryobiologists.
The Research Scientist will coordinate with field and horticulture staff within SDZWA and at collaborating gardens to collect samples for research or accessioning into our cryorepository for long-term conservation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement cryopreservation and micropropagation protocols for conservation genebanking of wild rare plants
- Conduct research on rare California oaks and expand the plant cryopreservation program to other rare plant taxa
- Train SDZWA staff and partner gardens through workshops in collaboration with other cryobiologists
- Coordinate with field and horticulture staff within SDZWA and at collaborating gardens to collect samples for research or accessioning into our cryorepository
Requirements:
- Ph.D. in plant cryobiology or a related field
- Experience in developing cryopreservation and micropropagation protocols for conservation genebanking of wild rare plants
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Salary: $86,200 to $95,320 USD
Contract Type: Permanent
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