Research Assistant

Schedule:
Monday through Friday 8 am-4:30pm

Pay range: $20- $22/hr.

• We are world-class experts in plant breeding and biotechnology seeking to hire a contingent Lab Technician position within the Biotechnology team.
• This position supports a research team developing and evaluating plant breeding methods.
• With guidance from a supervisor, the successful candidate would support plant tissue culture research activities.
• This person will coordinate with various team members to accomplish such efforts.

• Assist with creating, executing, and scoring results supporting research team needs, including but not limited to:
• processing samples under sterile lab conditions
• measuring, imaging
  , and analyzing experimental results
• coordinating sampling and preparing of samples as needed
• Execute plant tissue culture work including aspects of plant transformation, plant propagation
  , and conduct analytical assays of plant tissue samples as needed.
• Work in and maintain a safe work environment; includes using aseptic, sterile techniques
• Document experimental details with ability to analyze data and interpret results
• Recording pertinent information in proprietary and standard software applications

• Ideal candidate has an Associate or Bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, preferably with industry-related experience or equivalent amount of relevant education and experience.
• Plant transformation experience in classroom or industry setting is highly desirable
• Problem solving skills are required.
• Attention to detail and ability to stay focused while performing repetitive tasks is required
• Ability to work well with teams, as well as the ability to work independently is required
• Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills are required
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented person with excellent work ethics and time management.