Research Engineer in Plant Science / Plant Abiotic Stress F/M
Type of contract
- Permanent contract
Location
- Saint-Malo
- France
Publication Date
- 06/08/2026
Job description
The Plant Nutrition department plays a central role in the implementation of research and development projects at the Centre Mondial de l’Innovation Roullier, by studying and proposing novel products for plant nutrition and soil health. Within this department, the Plant Nutrition and Abiotic Stress Unit supports designing solutions aimed at optimizing Nutrient Use Efficiency and stress tolerance and crop productivity. To strengthen our expertise, we are hiring a Researcher in Plant Science / Plant Abiotic Stress in St Malo.
About the job
Reporting to the Plant Nutrition and Abiotic Stress Unit Manager,
you will take part in projects investigating the plant tolerance against
abiotic stresses. Therefore, you should demonstrate knowledge of Plant
Physiology and Abiotic Stress.
Responsibilities
- Identify and implement key methods to evaluate plant growth and development under stressed conditions.
- Study the mechanisms involved in plant tolerance against abiotic stresses.
- Manage and analyse experimental data.
- Participate in writing reports, scientific publications, and research project proposals.
- Collaborate with academic, industrial, and institutional partners.
Profile
About you
- Hold a Ph.D. in Plant Physiology, Abiotic Stress, Environmental Science, Plant Nutrition, or related fields.
- Are knowledgeable about plant methods and analysis techniques (Physico-chemical analyses, biochemistry, molecular biology, metabolomics, etc.).
- Have advanced skills in biostatistics and proficiency in the R programming language for data analysis.
- Show excellent scientific writing and communication skills.
- Are fluent in English.
- Demonstrate autonomy, scientific rigor, team spirit, and the ability to work on multidisciplinary projects.
What do we offer?
- 75% reimbursement of public transportation subscription costs
- Access to an intercompany employee benefits committee
- Profit-sharing and incentive schemes
- Meal contribution allowance
- A dedicated facility for sports and cultural activities
- A vibrant company culture with regular events such as after-work gatherings and team-building activities.
Company description
Avec 110 unités industrielles, partout dans le monde, c’est un Groupe, toujours en mouvement, qui fait de l’innovation et de l’amélioration continue un défi quotidien et qui donne à ses cinq activités ; TIMAC AGRO, Phosphea, Terresis, Paticeo et la Plasturgie ; toute l’autonomie et la liberté de tester et d’avancer.
Le Centre Mondial d'Innovation, véritable activateur de croissance du Groupe Roullier, regroupe, à Saint-Malo et Dinard, ses pôles de R&D en nutrition végétale, en nutrition animale et innovation industrielle. Le support au développement international et l’Innovation sont les objectifs affichés de ce Centre où toutes les nationalités se côtoient pour participer à l’agriculture de demain.
Faire mieux, faire différemment, explorer les possibles, c’est la façon d’agir du Groupe Roullier.
- Reference : req6900