Monsanto, an Ag industry leader creating scientific breakthroughs around the world, is seeking a highly talented individual to work as a Strategic Scientist.
Description: Monsanto is passionate about using science and technology to improve agriculture. Monsanto scientists are conducting the research and development (R&D) to revolutionize plant breeding and biotechnology. The Technology Pipeline Solutions (TPS) team within IT works directly with the Monsanto scientists to develop software platforms that enable these research and development efforts. The accepted candidate will join the emerging field of IT systems informatics leveraging their training to play a key role in defining and delivering breakthrough science in high throughput R&D business platforms (Breeding, Breeding Technology, Biotechnology and Compliance) for Monsanto.
This position is responsible for developing research strategies for discovery projects in Breeding and Biotechnology platforms. This involves integrating Breeding and Biotechnology pipelines through critical analysis of scientific trends in the business units in order to propose and develop scientifically sound novel approaches for scientific solutions. The Strategic Scientist will identify changes in state-of-the-art scientific technology in order to propose R&D software solutions to accommodate latest trends in data quantity and quality. The Strategic Scientist will work collaboratively with interdisciplinary scientists internal and external to Monsanto addressing the emerging changes in analytical scientific breakthroughs. The successful candidate will design and test algorithms and conduct prototyping to evaluate possible scenarios leveraging computational and statistical techniques for the development of novel approaches for high-throughput data analyses.
Required Skills: PhD in Biology with quantitative genetics, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science or Mathematics 3+ years experience highly desired Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills as well as proven problem solving abilities Ability to work independently and establish necessary internal and external collaborations
Candidates who succeed in this fast-paced dynamic environment excel in the following competencies: Results Orientation: Fosters a sense of urgency, identifies and overcomes obstacles. Balances the big picture with day-to-day activities/issues for their technology. Persistent in the pursuit of results. Communication: Creates an environment that fosters open, frank communication. Clearly expresses oneself orally and in writing. Listens carefully, solicits other opinions. Creates new channels of communication between TPS and other business functions.
Please note that only applications submitted through the Monsanto career web site will be considered for this position.
To view a more complete and detailed job description of this exciting position, please visit our website athttp://www.monsanto.comand to apply online select req. # 000LR. We offer very competitive salaries and an extensive benefits package.
Monsanto values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
