Scientist I - Seed Treatment

About the role

The Scientist I position at Pivot Bio is dedicated to designing, developing, and executing research and technology development projects focused on biological product application and seed treatment. This role involves supporting development and optimization of application methods for microbial products across pre-commercial and commercial stages, interfacing with external stakeholders, and contributing to laboratory operations and applied R&D efforts.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments related to seed treatment and biological product application.
• Develop and optimize application methods, including seed-applied, liquid, and dry delivery systems.
• Interface with external stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and research partners, leading tours, demonstrations, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory processes and application methods.
• Maintain compliance with safety, SOPs, and quality standards.

Requirements

• Knowledge of microbiology, molecular biology, and biological systems to perform laboratory research and support biological product development.
• Knowledge of experimental design, execution, and data analysis to design studies, interpret results, and recommend next steps.
• Knowledge of biological product application and seed treatment technologies to support seed treatment lab operations, including workflow ownership and prioritization along with development and optimization of seed-applied, liquid, and dry delivery systems.
• Knowledge of laboratory processes, safety requirements, SOPs, and quality standards to conduct work safely and maintain compliant lab practices.

Qualifications

• PhD in microbiology, biology, agronomy, plant science, or related fields.
• Typically 0–2 years of experience in a laboratory or applied R&D environment.
• Experience with biological product development, seed treatment, or agricultural systems preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage independent workstreams and prioritize tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range from $96,000—$120,000 USD.
• Stock options.
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums.
• Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies.
• Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts.
• 401(k) plan, 3% match.
• Commuter benefits.
• Annual Training & Development support.
• Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule.
• Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team.

Pay

$96,000—$120,000 USD

Schedule

Full-time