Junior Scientist in Oxfordshire

COMPANY PROFILE

moa Technology Limited is an innovative and rapidly growing R&D crop protection company.

At moa Technology our mission is to find the new generation of safe and effective herbicides to help farmers produce high quality food for all. To this aim, we have assembled a team of passionate and talented scientists, technician, and operational staff, who respectively design, use and support the use of disruptive technologies that de-risk the herbicide discovery process and favour the development of sustainable crop protection products.

As an organisation, we believe that collectively leveraging our technologies and products for impact goes together with enabling our dedicated staff to fulfil their individual potential.

We value collaborative endeavours, evidence-based decision making and resourcefulness.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY

We are looking for a highly motivated Junior Scientist to provide services for our Herbicide Development operations. You will be responsible for the receipt, tracking, organisation and initial sample preparation of incoming compounds to moa Technology.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Working as part of the Compound Management team, you will prepare samples for the scientific team in an efficient manner. Both by weighing of solid samples, solubilisation and transfer of solutions by pipetting techniques and the use of robotics. You will show keen attention to detail tracking their lab work with various types of software.

You will additionally be responsible for maintaining an inventory database using both bespoke software and Microsoft Excel.

Full training and support will be provided to allow you to perform their role effectively.

We are searching for individuals who strive to deliver tangible impact through organized,

dedicated and conscientious working. Previous lab experience is not required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Required

• GCSEs at grade C or above or equivalent qualifications
• of working with Excel spreadsheets

Desirable (but not required)

• experience of working in a laboratory environment
• experience of sample weighing and preparation
• experience of pipetting or liquid handling robots
• National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in a scientific discipline

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES - Describe the required and desirable skills and competencies needed to successfully perform the role

Excel (please test competency with excel exercise in advance of face to face as pre-screening)

Organisation skills and time management

Clear communication with other team members and other departments

Attention to detail and precision of work

• autonomously and proactively.
• energy from working with a dynamic team and people from diverse backgrounds.
• listen and effectively communicate on complex and sensitive topics.
• deadlines, demonstrating awareness of realistic time requirements for yourself and technical service providers.
• a ‘hands-on’ approach to tackling operational challenges and communication to internal and external stake holders.
• highly motivated, resilient and organised.
• keen to evolve with the changing needs of the business on a rapid growth trajectory.
• keep records as outlined by SOPs and corporate policies.
• to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette.