Come Grow with Us!

Valent BioSciences Corporation (VBC) the Global leader in the research, development and commercialization of highly effective low-risk, environmentally compatible technologies and biorational products for the agricultural, public health, and forestry industries is expanding. 

Located just outside of Chicago, IL, Valent BioSciences Corporation prides itself in its global research and development center, best-in-class reputation and exceptional customer satisfaction earned through the highest quality and consistent field performance of its products.  VBC is currently looking for talented people who share our passion and commitment to improving the quality of life for people worldwide.

Our exciting recent acquisition of Mycorrhizal Applications LLC (MA), the world's largest producer of mycorrhizal fungal inoculum, adds another strategic platform to VBC’s rapidly expanding global biorational business, providing additional tools for the Biorational Window platform being developed with its parent, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (SCC)

Visit our website and take a tour of our new state of the art biorational manufacturing facility in Osage, IA. Unveiled in June, 2014, the Osage Plant is the first purpose-built biorational manufacturing facility in the world, creating more than 80 high-tech jobs in the Heartland of America. Our new facility is an exciting indicator of a company on a clear growth path.

VBC is seeking top talent for key roles in our dynamic organization!  If this position aligns with your skill set and interests, please send your resume to:  careers@valentbiosciences.com

To learn more, please visit us at www.valentbiosciences.com

Description of Job:

Locally manage and execute a research program focused on mycorrhiza and the plant rhizosphere that is directed towards the discovery and early development of new biorational products for enhanced plant growth in horticultural and agronomic crops.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Working closely with a multi-state team of scientists, provide hands-on scientific expertise in conducting experiments with plants, mycorrhiza, other soil micro-organisms, and plant growth regulator materials.
• Design, plan, conduct, analyze and interpret growth chamber and greenhouse experiments to discover and evaluate new leads and make suggestions regarding research direction.
• Help generate new technology and product ideas and demonstrate early-stage technical proof of concept.
• Help facilitate research collaborations with external cooperators.
• Participate in cross-functional new product development and product life cycle management projects teams.

Experience: 

• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research with plants.
• Practical experience growing plants in growth chamber and greenhouse environments.
• Hands-on experience working with soil micro-organisms, including standard aseptic techniques.
• Hands-on microscopy skills.
• Working familiarity with common laboratory equipment, including GC and HPLC instrumentation.  
• Prior industry experience in discovery, product development and/or technical product support is desirable. 

Skills:

• A self-starter who is well organized and demonstrates excellent time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Routine use of MS software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of experimental design, statistics and use of associated computer software.
• Prior experience with electronic notebooks a definite plus. 

Education: 

• M.S. degree in Soil Microbiology, Mycology, Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Agronomy, Horticulture or related field with 3-5 years of relevant research experience.
• Domestic/International travel: 10-15%

Email:  careers@valentbiosciences.com

Visit our website: www.valentbiosciences.com

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V