Date Posted: 03/05/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 497975
Industry: Biotech/Healthcare
Job Title: Biologist (Entry)
Job Location: Chesterfield, MO, USA, 63017
Work Model: Onsite
Shift:
M-F
occasional weekend work
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 6
Min Hourly Rate($): 26.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 30.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Agriculture, Greenhouse, Plant Science
Experience Desired: Basic understanding of plant biology and growth requirements (1 yrs); Previous experience working in controlled environment settings with plants (1 yrs); Commercial greenhouse experience highly desirable (1 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Associate’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
***Drug screen & criminal background check will be required
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful plant science research by supporting controlled environment studies focused on major row crops.
The role involves hands-on work with canola, corn, cotton, and soybeans in both greenhouse and growth chamber facilities, where you will help investigate how different environmental and physical conditions affect plant development and performance. Working within established protocols while applying practical problem-solving skills, you will play a vital role in ensuring the success of ongoing research projects. This position requires physical stamina, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work independently under general supervision while maintaining the highest standards of plant care and data integrity.
Required Education:
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, biology, horticulture, or other life sciences.
Required Experience, Knowledge & Skills:
• Basic understanding of plant biology and growth requirements
• Previous experience working in controlled environment settings with plants preferred
• Commercial greenhouse experience highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise protocols
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform manual labor
• Ability to work in elevated temperatures during warmer months
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Effective communication skills for reporting to supervisors
• Adaptability to handle varied daily responsibilities
• Problem-solving abilities within established guidelines
Responsibilities:
• Sow seeds and establish plant populations according to experimental protocols
• Provide daily plant care including watering, fertilizing, and monitoring plant health
• Transplant seedlings and mature plants as needed for experimental requirements
• Harvest plant materials and samples following specified procedures and timelines
• Process and prepare seeds for storage or subsequent planting
• Discard plant materials and maintain cleanliness of greenhouse and growth chamber spaces
• Monitor and respond to environmental conditions within controlled growing environments
• Maintain accurate records of plant care activities and observations
• Participate in rotational weekend work schedules to ensure continuous plant care
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
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Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).
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