Associate Scientist

About Pivot Bio:

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of microbiology, genomics, crop nutrition and agriculture, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in fertilizer technology. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes, modern gene editing and application technologies to provide nitrogen to crops. We are dedicated to providing new solutions for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour.

The Associate Scientist provides applied technical input and support for developing application methods for Pivot Bio crop nutrition technologies across corn, cotton, sorghum, wheat, and soybean. This role helps test and document how products should be applied safely, consistently, and effectively in research, training, and commercial settings. A key part of the role is helping communicate application methods and technical findings from Product Innovation to commercial teams.

Essential Functions

• Support day-to-day operation of the Product Success Center seed-treating facility and application laboratory, including equipment used for application research, training, demonstrations, tours, and customer-facing events.
• Execute Pivot Bio’s application testing process, including product stewardship, application quality, compatibility, and seed safety testing.
• Coordination of treating seed for annual field trialing programs including the procurement of seed, treatments and treating materials, along with collaborating with field product development and commercial agronomy teams.
• Summarize application research results and help prepare technical recommendations, training materials, and commercialization support for internal teams, field teams, commercial teams, and customers.
• Help troubleshoot application, equipment, compatibility, and seed treatment questions by reviewing lab results, field feedback, agronomic conditions, and product requirements. <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160