Group Leader, Plant Cell-Based Production & Metabolism

Dubizzle Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute is seeking a Group Leader in Plant and Cell-Based Production Culture to drive innovative research. This role focuses on plant biotechnology aimed at sustainable agricultural solutions. The candidate will lead a team in specialized metabolism discovery, ensuring research translates into commercial impact. Benefits include competitive salary, enhanced holiday, medical coverage, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Travel allowance

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Childcare benefit

Qualifications

• Strong background in plant specialised metabolism.
• Experience in specialised metabolite analysis.
• Expertise in plant cell culture systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead research in plant biotechnology and specialized metabolism.
• Build and manage a high-performing research team.
• Develop research programs focused on plant-based production.

Skills

Plant specialised metabolism

Mass spectrometry

Metabolic engineering

Synthetic biology

Laboratory automation

Project management

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Plant Biotechnology or related field

Tools

Laboratory automation systems

Job description

A leading research institute is seeking a Group Leader in Plant and Cell-Based Production Culture to drive innovative research. This role focuses on plant biotechnology aimed at sustainable agricultural solutions. The candidate will lead a team in specialized metabolism discovery, ensuring research translates into commercial impact. Benefits include competitive salary, enhanced holiday, medical coverage, and professional development opportunities.