Assistant Ornamental Breeder

Position Summary

NovaFlora is looking for an individual with training in plant breeding. NovaFlora LLC is an ornamental plant breeding company devoted to the development of new varieties of flowering shrubs and perennials for the garden and landscape industry (www.novaflora.com). Our varieties are distributed by our parent company, The Conard-Pyle Co., a leading introducer of garden roses and shrubs in the United States. Our introductions include top selling varieties such as The Knock Out® rose, and Drift® roses (www.conard-pyle.com). Employee shall assist with the research and management of laboratory and field activities at NovaFlora with the goal of developing new plant varieties.

To apply please e-mail resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position and career goals. Applicant must currently have the legal right to work in the United States.

Human Resources at work@novaflora.com

NovaFlora LLC
25 Lewis Rd.
West Grove, PA 19390

Tel.: (800) 458 6559

Telephone and e-mail inquiries welcomed

Essential Functions

	Develop and execute pollination and tissue culture techniques for the creation of novel hybrids
	Evaluation of novel hybrids and selection within segregating populations
	Collect and summarize pollination, propagation, and hybrid selection data
	Assist with the coordination of seed collection, sowing and transplant activities
	Input and ensure data integrity in the plant-breeding database
	Execute field, laboratory, and greenhouse experiments
	Participate in planning breeding strategies and goals
	Adhere to and maintain breeding program as established by the breeder
	Prep tissue culture materials including media, order supplies
	Prepare technical reports, presentations, and standard operating protocols
	Assist in day-to-day operations of laboratory, greenhouses, and field plots

Experience

MS or equivalent experience in Plant Breeding, Horticulture or related subject.