Invaio Sciences
We are looking for an expert Research Associate to join our incredible team at Invaio Sciences in Nyon, VD.
Growing your career as a Full Time Research Associate is an amazing opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in problem-solving, adaptability and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Research Associate at Invaio Sciences today!
Company Overview
Invaio Sciences, a Flagship Pioneering company, is a multi-platform technology company that unlocks the potential of the planet’s interdependent systems to address pressing agricultural, nutritional, and environmental challenges. Founded by Flagship Pioneering in 2018, Invaio leverages discoveries from diverse fields including human therapeutics, agriculture, environmental science, and advanced manufacturing. The company’s deep understanding of the physiology of insects, plants, and trees, together with its novel integrated solutions approach, promises to refine agricultural practices and reduce the need for pesticides globally.
We don’t think in small steps. We think in giant leaps. We are driven by the pursuit of new ideas, new innovations, and new ways of thinking. We know that every one of us matters and that our success depends on our ability to work together in a diverse community. We believe we are at our best as a company when our employees are thriving and foster a culture that provides opportunities to grow and develop professionally, while also having fun.
No matter who you are, Invaio is a place you can call home. We are a community of innovators, risk takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, and community to help guide us as we build a better Invaio. Every voice, every perspective matters.
Flagship Pioneering is an early-stage life sciences innovation company. Since Flagship’s founding in 2000, the firm has originated and fostered the development of around 100 science-based companies, resulting in more than $30 billion in aggregate value, thousands of patents, and a pipeline of more than 50 clinical development programs.
Invaio is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, USA, with offices in Research Triangle Park, NC, USA; Basel, Switzerland; and Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Position Overview
We are looking for a savvy Research Associate to support our R&D team based in Switzerland with project activities across development and early to late-stage product development.
In this role, you will be an integral part of a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary team and act as the focal contact and technical referent point for a team of 3 team members. You will have the opportunity to contribute technical expertise to develop and implement new products and original applications methods to make agricultural practices more sustainable.
This position is currently based in Changins near Nyon and reporting to the R&D Lead Scientist Europe.
Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and execute Greenhouse and field trials on different crops (mainly perennials, row crops)
Apply a Farmer’s common sense to our research and development activities
Facilitate and coordinate the interactions with our Site facilities (organization, plant watering, Greenhouse space booking and management)
Maintain a close link between Development activities, practical farming knowledge and latest technical evolutions (products, endemic and emerging diseases & pests, alternative pesticides, cropping practices)
Maintain and/or establish connections with local technical institutes
Ensure that practical success factors for Field Trials and Greenhouse are met:
Field: field selection, farmer relationships, field follow-up, maintenance
Greenhouse: plant and product material supply, material, product supply, space and maintenance treatments, watering (including some occasional week-end shifts)
Manage the collection of accurate data in Field and Greenhouse to make trials conclusive. Process and archive data in the appropriate format or database for further data analysis and statistics
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor in the area of Agronomy, Crop Protection, Plant Pathology
Academic background in Agriculture, Chemistry, Plant Protection, Field Production or analytic methods or techniques is a plus
Broad technical and practical experience covering field & farming activities, biology, as well as plants pests and pathogens
Experience in lab and Greenhouse work in a R&D facility
Knowledge and understanding of local agricultural cropping systems, pests, and practices is a must
You are a driven self-starter who can work independently and manage multiple projects while collaborating across different disciplines. You bring a passion and deep curiosity for Agronomy and have the practical Know-how to develop original trial designs – with the objective of understanding novel technologies that can potentially solve unmet farmer problems.
You have the talent to evolve in a network of Scientists, Agronomists and Lab & Field Technicians and a proven track record of maintaining and fostering excellent work relationships.
You possess excellent communication and presentation skills and are capable of conveying technical information in a clear and thorough manner.
You bring what it takes to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment with changing requirements and ambiguity and a strong need for achieving results.
Inquiries & Considerations
Invaio is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a proactive program of diversity development. Invaio will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion, gender, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, source of income, or veteran status.
Company Benefits
Excellent benefits
Opportunities to grow
Competitive salary
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