Lettuce Genome Editing Scientist (CRISPR & Transformation)

LeafyColl in Cambridge, UK is seeking a Plant Genome Editing Scientist (Lettuce Transformation and CRISPR) to lead genome editing from gene identification through transformation and validation. The role covers the full pipeline with hands-on transformation, tissue culture and molecular confirmation of edited lettuce lines.

The project aims to develop lettuce varieties with improved traits using CRISPR-Cas, with a strong emphasis on practical, bench-based work and collaboration within a startup