Bioformulation Innovator

We are seeking a Senior Research Leader to drive the development of innovative bioformulations.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Crop Science, Agricultural Biotechnology, Agri-input Science, or related fields, with a minimum of 12 years of postdoctoral experience in Agri-biotech companies or biotechnology industries focused on Agri-input formulations.

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for our Bioformulations team aligned with business strategy and customer needs.
• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team of scientists and researchers, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Drive the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel bioformulations for crop improvement and protection.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the design, execution, and analysis of experiments and studies related to the Bioformulations segment, ensuring scientific rigor and regulatory compliance.
2. Manage research projects, timelines, and budgets to ensure efficient resource use and timely milestone completion.
3. Develop novel bioformulations for crop improvement and protection.
4. Lead design and development of Bioformulations inputs including biofertilizers, PGPR, biocontrol agents, biostimulants, etc.
5. Oversee patent filing, reviewing research publications, and ensuring protection of intellectual property.
6. Identify novel active ingredients such as peptides, metabolites, botanical and plant extracts, hormones, and their agricultural applications.
7. Develop scalable production methods for active ingredients and their formulations.
8. Drive soil microbiome engineering initiatives to enhance crop productivity.
9. Apply advanced plant molecular biology techniques to support R&D activities.
10. Prepare and ensure execution of established methods and SOPs.
11. Deliver high-quality results on schedule and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Crop Science, Agricultural Biotechnology, Agri-input Science, or related fields.
• Minimum 12 years of postdoctoral experience in Agri-biotech companies or biotechnology industries focused on Agri-input formulations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.