Company Summary

Chromatin, Inc., (www.chromatininc.com) is an agricultural biotech company with operations in Chicago and Champaign-Urbana, Illinois and New Deal, Texas that develops and markets novel proprietary technology, enabling entire chromosomes to be designed and incorporated into plant cells. This technology makes it possible - for the first time - to simultaneously introduce multiple genes into a plant cell while maintaining precise control of gene expression. Through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Sorghum Partners, LLC, Chromatin markets, sells and distributes both hybrid grain and forage sorghum planting seed in the U. S. and more than 20 countries abroad. It is a leader in the emerging biomass feedstock business for bio-energy, biofuels, chemicals and materials markets.

Chromatin is an equal opportunity employer recruiting a number of highly motivated, results-oriented individuals. Candidates are expected to work independently as well as in a team-based environment with a high level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to complete tasks. All full-time positions include health, vision, dental and 401K benefits.

Chromatin is seeking a highly motivated individual to become an integral member of our Sorghum Breeding Team in Lubbock, Texas as a Testing Operations Manager. The Testing Operations Manager (TOM) is responsible for day to day operations of Chromatin's large, multi site hybrid evaluation program. Product advancement candidates to be evaluated include entries developed for the renewable "Cleantech" market (2nd generation biofuels, high value chemicals and thermo chemical applications) as well as conventional animal feeding applications. The TOM will have responsibility for recruitment, retention, training, and development of regular full time and temporary personnel working in his/her area as well as some budget and capital project management. The incumbent will locate suitable trial sites, manage grower relationships, organize & plant trials, and monitor/manage the crop during the growing season. The TOM will collect both growing season and harvest data as well as analyze and record information on experimental sorghum hybrids.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all staff is trained and are compliant with Chromatin safety policies and procedures.
• Acquire and maintain adequate facilities and equipment for effective and efficient program function.
• Manage a high quality testing program which will lead to the development of improved Sorghum hybrids for Chromatin's expanding biomass business as well as Sorghum Partners product portfolio.
• Develop general product knowledge of sorghum hybrids in the Chromatin and Sorghum Partners portfolios.
• Persevere in obtaining high quality results, act in an ethical manner in all business transactions, and maintain a high level of confidentiality with sensitive information.

Required Skills/Experience:

• B.S. in Agronomy or related field of study and 5 years of agricultural research industry experience.
• Three or more years experience as a people manager.
• Broad knowledge of crop production and farming practices.
• Experience with farm equipment operation and repair strongly preferred.
• Be a self-starter with team leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational and record keeping skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic statistics and experimental design principles.
• Strong computer skills related to data acquisition, organization, and data analysis as well as a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Capable of working long hours during time-critical periods of the growing season.
• Class A CDL and noncommercial pesticide applicators license or have the ability to obtain them.
• The ability to pass a DOT physical and drug test.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• M.S. in Agronomy or related field of study and more than 5 years of agricultural research experience in an industry setting.
• Five or more years experience as a people manager.
• Experience in managing research yield trials.

Interested Parties Contact:
Larry Lambright
Director-Sorghum Breeding
Office: (806)746-5001
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We are seeking a highly motivated individual with extensive tissue culture and transformation experience to join our mini-chromosome plant transformation team in Champaign, IL. Applicants should have significant expertise in cereal transgenic plant production (tissue culture, transformation, greenhouse plant cultivation, phenotypic analysis) as well as solid understanding, and preferably some hands on experience, of molecular biology analyses used to characterize transgenic plants. Knowledge of commercial transgenic plant production and tracking is a plus, and experience in an industry setting is highly desirable. This position will involve both independent research as well as team-based activities for production of commercial transgenic materials. The successful candidate is expected to support aggressive research programs utilizing existing mini-chromosome technology in corn, and contribute to optimizing and implementing mini-chromosome technologies in other cereal crops.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• PhD with at least five years work experience in cereal transformation
• Knowledge of molecular assays and (FISH) microscopy experience would be a plus
• Proven rigor in experimental design, optimization, data interpretation, and analysis
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to complete tasks
• Demonstrated record of creative and innovative thinking
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Supervisory experience is highly desirable

Application Process:

• Submit a cover letter and CV with the names of at least three references to: careers@chromatininc.com, and refer to the job for which you are applying in the subject line.
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Chromatin, Inc. (www.chromatininc.com) is seeking a highly motivated individual with the ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary Biomass Research Team across the US. This position will report to the Director of Biomass Production Research and will support biomass/feedstock research production, including biomass harvesting, drying, and transportation. The Biomass Research Manager will administer quality assurance and control, safety, and standard operating procedures. The successful candidate will work with leading edge technology and talented cross-functional scientists seeking to deliver timely and high-quality feedstock to customers.

Responsibilities to include:

• Coordinate and execute field testing programs to support all phases of biomass production, from field to customer.
• Maintain company equipment.
• Lead and improve safety program implementation.
• Interact with scientists for project-related needs.
• Support the Company's breeding and seed groups as required.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Physiology or related field and at least 3 years of work experience within an agronomic research environment.
• Leadership skills, including excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary/multicultural research team setting, make decisions, and effectively solve problems.
• Knowledge of crop production, farming practices, and farm equipment operation and repair.
• Familiarity with field research methodologies, experimental plot design, and statistics.
• Supervise field labor to ensure their safe work environment and protocol adherence .
• Strong oral, written and presentation skills.
• Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• The position may require physical activity, including pushing or lifting up to 70 pounds,and overnight travel.
• If not already obtained, the ability to obtain a Class A CDL, a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) Certification.

Company Description

• Chromatin, Inc. is developing renewable energy-crop feedstocks for power, fuel and chemical producers. It also is developing expertise in the supply chains to serve energy fuel and chemical producers, and is serving growers by developing high-value next-generation sorghum seeds using its proprietary crop- breeding technology and biotechnology programs. The company licenses its innovative gene-stacking technologies to support the crop-breeding programs of leading agriculture companies, and it applies these technology platforms to its subsidiary, Sorghum Partners LLC, which produces and markets hybrid sorghum seeds to growers in the US and more than 20 other countries. Chromatin is privately owned and based in Chicago. For additional information, please visit http://www.chromatininc.com. Chromatin is Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested Parties Contact:
Mario Carrillo
Director – Biomass Production Research
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Chromatin is seeking a highly motivated individual with the ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary sorghum breeding team. The breeder's primary responsibility will be to conduct a sorghum hybrid development breeding program utilizing the latest in breeding technologies to develop superior sorghum products for the emerging "Cleantech" markets. Breeding focus will be on the development of high yielding products with value added traits directed toward thermo chemical/bioenergy, 2nd generation biofuels, and high value chemical applications. This individual will interact with other breeders, genomic and transgenic teams, commercial seed and biomass teams as well as seed operations. The incumbent will oversee the administration of various large breeding projects, and assist in recruiting, training, development and retention of personnel, budget management, and care and maintenance of company assets. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a breeding program that will lead to the development of superior high yielding, stable, commercial sorghum hybrids with specific traits desired by "Cleantech" bioprocessors and other end users.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of Chromatin sorghum germplasm and commercial products.
• Recruit, train, develop, and retain high quality research support staff.
• Ensure that the breeding team is trained and compliant with all safety policies and procedures.
• Budget management.

Qualifications:
Required Skills / Experience:

• PhD in plant breeding and genetics or related field.
• Strong background in plant breeding, genetics, statistics, and molecular technologies.
• Proficiency with database applications, data analysis, and spreadsheet software.
• Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and innovative.
• Ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to write and speak in English fluently.

Desired Skills / Experience:

• PhD in plant breeding and genetics or related field with 2 to 3 years experience in a hybrid plant breeding program.
• Proven track record in a commercial breeding program, strong knowledge of modern technical approaches of germplasm improvement.
• Familiarity with applications of molecular marker technologies to applied plant breeding.
• Excellent leadership and people skills, effective verbal communication, and ability to thrive in a team based work environment.
• Knowledge and experience in field operations and agronomy.
• Record of innovation and process improvement in an applied breeding program.
• An interest and passion to create new innovative products for the renewable "Cleantech" space.
• Sorghum experience.

Interested parties contact:

• Larry Lambright
  Director-Sorghum Breeding
  Chromatin Inc.
  Office: (806)746-5001
  Apply here

Chromatin is seeking a highly motivated individual with the ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary Sorghum Research Team located in New Deal, Texas. The Research Associate will primarily be responsible for supporting the activities of the Grain/Forage Sorghum Breeder.

The Field Research Associate will have the opportunity to support the Breeder coordinating various sorghum nurseries and testing locations, implementing and administering Standard Operating Procedures, QA, QC, and safety procedures. This is an excellent opportunity to work with leading edge technology and talented cross functional scientists seeking to deliver the very best sorghum genetics.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Selection and maintenance of sorghum nursery and testing locations.
• Operating research planting and harvesting equipment.
• Preparation for/and planting, field plot maintenance, data collection and harvesting.
• Interact with scientists and breeders on and off-site for project related needs.
• Participate in task-related document creation and process review for job-related activities
• Manage seasonal workers to accomplish daily tasks.
• Ensure that company assets are well-cared and properly maintained

Position Qualifications:

• BS in Agronomy, Plant Breeding, or related field and at least 5 years of appropriate work experience within a small plot research environment.
• Familiarity with breeding and research methodologies.
• Knowledge of crop production, farming practices, and farm equipment operation and repair.
• Working knowledge of statistics.
• Ability to travel overnight.
• Documented individual leadership skills including excellent organizational and record keeping skills.
• Ability to travel overnight.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary/multicultural research team.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• MS in Agronomy or related field
• Demonstrated an ability to write and speak fluently in English and work in interdisciplinary teams
• The ability to obtain a Class A CDL and Commercial Applicator License is also preferred.

Submit a CV and cover letter that references the job for which you are applying in the subject line to: careers@chromatininc.com