Junior Scientist - Plant Biology

Plantible is a vertically integrated biology company focused on unlocking the power of plants to create sustainable and regenerative solutions in the food industry. We are seeking a Junior Scientist – Plant Biology for our Upstream Cultivation team.

• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot R&D scale cultivation ponds and serve as a conduit between the R&D and engineering/operations teams to oversee tech transfer of key ideas from bench to commercial scale.
• Design, execute, and analyze lab and field experiments to improve the quality and quantity of plant protein and increase biomass productivity.

• B.S. in Plant Science, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related Science/Engineering background with 2+ years of industrial research experience, or M.S. in assay development with 1+ year industrial experience.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing plant physiology to optimize crop nutrition and growth parameters, with exceptional attention to detail in experimental execution and data tracking.
• Lab experience growing plants and/or using sterile technique; experience in protein purification or extraction is highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic startup environment as a self‑starter.
• Strong data analysis skills, including recognition of proper controls and statistical analysis.
• Creativity and collaborative partnership in teams focused on achieving company goals.
• Willingness to travel 10–15% of the time to facilitate tech transfer with our commercial protein production facility.

• Competitive health and wellness benefits
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Unlimited PTO Program
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Program
• Career Stipend
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Work in a rapidly growing, flexible, entrepreneurial environment
• Team building and company‑wide events
• Financial support with relocation, if necessary
• Outdoor recreational opportunities

Plantible Foods is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration.

Plantible Foods reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

$65,000 – $75,000 USD per year (Eldorado, TX)