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Contract Plant Genetics Jobs (NOW HIRING)

PhD degree in any of the following: plant biology, plant physiology, analytical chemistry, genetics ... This position is funded from a grant and/or contract funding which is renewed under the provisions ...

Plant Accountant

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$50 - $55/hr

... contract terms โ€ข Perform imbalance accounting and track over/under-deliveries โ€ข Review and ... or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable ...

Plant Accountant

The Woodlands, TX ยท On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Assures that contract terms are properly reflected in the gas, water, and oil allocation and ... or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable ...

Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract ... genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical ...

Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract ... genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical ...

Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * High ... genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local ...

POSITION SUMMARY Performs duties described in the Service Contract Act Service Order Water ... genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical ...

Plant Accountant

Pasadena, TX ยท On-site

$31 - $41/hr

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Pasadena, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay ... genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a ...

Will be required to do all annual trainings that are required by the contract. Requirements: * High ... genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local ...

POSITION SUMMARY Performs duties described in the Service Contract Act Service Order Water ... genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical ...

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Pasadena, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay ... genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a ...

Leading tasks supported with FTE staff and third-party contract labor to achieve desired results ... A basic understanding of plant genetics and breeding * Clear understanding of the practices and ...

Plant Controller - Finance

Wheeling, IL ยท On-site

$135K - $155K/yr

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer ... disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or ...

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How much do contract plant genetics jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract plant genetics in the United States is $22.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Plant Genetics vs Contract Agronomist?

AspectContract Plant GeneticsContract Agronomist
CredentialsBachelor's in Plant Science, Genetics, or related field; experience in plant breedingBachelor's in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field; experience in crop management
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research farms, seed companiesFarms, field sites, consulting firms
Industry UsageSeed companies, biotech firms, research institutionsFarming operations, agricultural consulting

Contract Plant Genetics focuses on developing and improving plant varieties through research and breeding, often in labs and research farms. In contrast, Contract Agronomists provide crop management advice directly to farmers, working in the field. Both roles require agricultural knowledge but differ in their focus and work environment.

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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Tamus

College Station, TX โ€ข On-site

$4K/mo

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture-Project Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,166.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Description Summary

The postdoctoral fellow will focus areas that improve nutritional qualities in crops using plant genetics, genomics, metabolomics, ionomics, biofortification and functional genetics studies. The objective of this research project is to understand the genetic basis of polyphenolic compound production in pecans and pears using metabolomics, transcriptomics, and post-harvest physiology.

Essential Duties/Tasks
  • In consultation with the PI, designs and executes experiments.

  • Prepares samples for metabolite and micronutrient analysis of tree crops.

  • Performs statistical analysis of metabolite and micronutrients.

  • Establishes laboratory protocols for metabolite analysis.

  • Leads and coauthors the writing of research-based publications.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

  • PhD degree in any of the following: plant biology, plant physiology, analytical chemistry, genetics, biotechnology, food science, or other closely related fields

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to work both independently and as a team member.

  • Expertise in targeted and untargeted metabolomic analyses.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Desire and ability to work collaboratively and help maintain a supportive environment for all team members.

  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

  • Ability to multi-task and establish effective working relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with basic molecular biology techniques such as DNA and RNA isolation, PCR and qPCR, gel electrophoresis.

  • Experience with transcriptomic analysis and coexpression gene network analysis.

  • Understanding of polyphenol based chemical compounds, pathways, and metabolites.

Other Requirements:

Ability to lift or move light, moderate, and heavy objects. Ability to exert light force.

Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends as needed.

Position Funding: This position is funded from a grant and/or contract funding which is renewed under the provisions of the grantor of the contract. This position is limited to 2 years upon hire date. Your position, therefore, is contingent upon continuation of funding of these grants and/or contracts and your satisfactory job performance.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.