Plant Genomics Technician: Lab & Greenhouse Specialist

Position Summary

A Research Technician will assist with projects and tasks in the laboratory, greenhouse, and office to support a plant genomics research laboratory. This position involves laboratory and greenhouse work with a diverse set of plant species, preparation of culture media, reagents, buffers, and other solutions, and performing tissue culture while maintaining collections of clonally propagated plants.

• Plant, maintain, and harvest plants with minimal instruction.
• Collect material for experiments; perform crosses; mix soil; fill pots; clean greenhouses and growth chambers.
• Prepare culture media, reagents, buffers, and other solutions.
• Perform tissue culture and maintain collections of clonally propagated plants in good health.
• Independently maintain inventory and order supplies.
• Maintain a clean and sterile lab environment.
• Assist with administrative duties such as package shipping and receiving, mail retrieval, and answering phones.

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of related experience.
• High school diploma required with some college education preferred; experience in laboratory, greenhouse, and aseptic technique is preferred.
• Proficiency in laboratory, greenhouse, and aseptic technique.
• Strong organizational skills, basic computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.), and the ability to communicate and multitask.
• Meticulous, punctual, and reliable.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of basic plant life cycle and genetics.
• Competency in basic laboratory techniques.
• Knowledge of lab protocols and equipment.

• Utilize computer technology for all applications in a manner that meets performance expectations.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, both assisted and unassisted.

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