Laboratory Technician

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our dynamic team supporting Crop Transformation Systems within Biotechnology/Trait Discovery & Optimization. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in plant science laboratory operations, tissue culture, and genome editing workflows and a proven ability to execute protocols, maintain accurate records, and contribute to process improvements.

The Laboratory Technician will play a key role in executing crop transformation and genome editing experiments, supporting new technology development, and maintaining a safe laboratory environment.

• Execute crop transformation and genome editing experiments following established protocols.
• Accurately document experimental procedures and data in database and LIMS systems.
• Support new technology development and process improvement studies, including planning, hypothesis testing, observations, data collection, and analysis.
• Follow company safety policies and maintain a safe laboratory environment.
• Participate in team support activities such as explant preparation, equipment maintenance, media assessment, culture room upkeep, and information management.
• Provide technical support with a collaborative and respectful team approach.
• Summarize and report results to supervisors and present findings internally or at external meetings as needed.

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in plant science, biological science, genetics, horticulture, biotechnology, or related field.
• Knowledge of general laboratory operations and adherence to safety practices.
• Experience following written procedures, conducting experiments independently, sampling, and maintaining detailed records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with databases and/or LIMS is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and as a team member.

• Plant tissue culture and transformation experience.
• Experience with genome engineering workflows and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Driving required:
  No.
• Special equipment required: N/A.

Details regarding pay range or salary or compensation are not specified.

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