Biostatistics Scientist, Plant Science

Job overview

The Biostatistics Scientist, Plant Science position is onsite in Woodland, CA. The posting lists an annual salary of $90,000–$105,000. Sakata Seed America conducts vegetable crop research and breeding programs. The scientist supports statistical analysis, quantitative genetics, and breeding analytics to improve trait evaluation and data-driven breeding decisions. Working with senior scientists and cross-functional teams, the role analyzes genomic, phenotypic, and field-trial data and develops reproducible workflows and clear technical summaries.

What you'll do

• Support statistical and genomic prediction models
• apply quantitative genetics methods
• evaluate model performance and data quality
• analyze molecular marker datasets
• prepare and manage genomic, phenotypic, greenhouse, and field-trial data
• develop reproducible scripts
• prepare summaries, figures, and presentations
• collaborate with breeding, molecular biology, phenotyping, bioinformatics, and data teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

biostatistics scientist

plant science

woodland ca

sakata seed america

biostatistics

quantitative genetics

genomic prediction

crop breeding

field-trial data

molecular markers

python

$90k–$105k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• wellness stipend
• employee assistance program
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• bonuses
• tuition reimbursement
• paid vacation and sick leave
• 15 company holidays and two floating holidays.

Why this role

Entry-level role; requires a PhD or a master's degree with 0–2 years of relevant experience in a related analytical field.

About the employer

Sakata Seed America, INC. is hiring for this role. Industry: Floriculture Production. Sector: 11.