Plant Biologist (Entry)

Job Title: Controlled Environment - Biologist (Entry)Job Description The role involves studying the basic principles of plant life and understanding the effects of varying environmental and physical conditions. The candidate will be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. While the role relies on limited experience and judgment, it requires creativity and latitude to plan and accomplish goals. The position involves working with row crops such as canola, corn, cotton, and soybeans in greenhouse and growth chamber settings. Responsibilities Sow seeds and manage plant care.Discard non-viable plants and maintain cleanliness.Transplant, harvest, and process seeds.Stand for long periods and work in elevated temperatures in greenhouses during warmer months.Perform rotational weekend work as needed. Essential Skills Experience in controlled environments and plant cultivation.Proficiency in greenhouse operations.Knowledge of plant care, maintenance, propagation, and irrigation. Additional Skills & Qualifications Commercial greenhouse experience is preferred.An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in agronomy, biology, horticulture, or other life sciences. Work Environment The role will primarily be in greenhouse and growth chamber settings, which may involve exposure to elevated temperatures during warmer months. The position requires standing for long periods and may involve rotational weekend work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Chesterfield, MO. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chesterfield,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.