Research Scientist 1 - Grape Breeding

Minimum Requirements: Requires a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in Plant Science, Plant Breeding, Plant Genetics, or a related field and 6 years of experience independently designing and conducting research. Must have 6 years of experience in each of the following: Overseeing data collection, including analysis and interpretation of results; Writing and presenting technical reports for upper management, scientists, and non-scientists; In lieu of a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and 6 years of experience as stated, employer will accept a master’s or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and 4 years of experience as stated, or a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent degree in the aforementioned fields and 1 year of experience as stated. Must have demonstrated proficiency in the following: Developing, planning, managing and executing research projects to contribute to the genetic improvement of grapevine yield, grapevine production efficiency, and grape and wine quality and composition; and Applying technologies and innovations to improve grapevine plant material. Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently. We are offering a salary of $130,512 to $154,700 per year.