At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we are better with you.  

We are looking for a Senior Innovation Scientist to join our team and support our Crops Research Team in Livingston, California. In this role you’ll be responsible for breeding of high performing proprietary onion varieties that are grown exclusively by SNI. You’ll also work with other breeding projects such as chili peppers. You’ll be required to travel to remote trial locations for planting, data collection and harvesting. In this role you supervise, develop, and lead Field Operations, Crops Research, and Seed Production teams. The ideal candidate will combine a fundamental understanding of crop agronomy/physiology, variety development, and seed production. 

What you’ll do:  

• Plan, execute, and analyze breeding trials in all of SNI’s current and future onion production areas. Maintain records of breeding program including pedigrees of breeding populations and varieties.
• Breed male-sterile parent lines to facilitate ongoing development of new hybrid combinations utilizing conventional and molecular breeding strategies
• Act in an advisory capacity to introduce attributes of new and existing varieties to Field Operations personnel to maximize productivity, reduce costs, and ensure highest possible quality. 
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team-based environment. Manage and prioritize multiple projects while providing supervising, and training
• Maintain adequate Breeder’s Seed inventory to support ongoing production of sufficient Stock seed to support requirements of Seed Production and maintain varietal purity    

What you’ll bring: 

• PhD in Plant Breeding, Crop Science, or closely related field 
• Previous experience in vegetable production and vegetable seed production is highly desirable
• Expertise in experimental design of field and lab-based trials, data management, and statistical interpretation is required
• The ideal candidate will combine a fundamental understanding of genetics, agronomy, and hands-on experience in designing and executing field experiments
• Ability to work under a variety of climate extremes ranging from near freezing to greater than 100oF, occasionally under very dusty field conditions. Able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

What you’ll get: 

• An excellent salary, benefit offering, and development opportunities to include 401(k), stock purchase plans and more 
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
• Work for a company that gives you a platform to do amazing things 

About Sensient

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. 

About Sensient Natural Ingredients

Sensient Natural Ingredients is one of the largest producers and distributors in the world of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery, and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today's popular convenience foods. The Natural Ingredients unit is located in Livingston, California. 

The salary range for this position is $104,000 - $139,000 USD.  Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions.  In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.  This position is also eligible for performance-based incentive pay. 

SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in the US without the need for employment visa sponsorship. 

THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies,and will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions. 

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