Laboratory Technician

Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Pay: $22-$25

Join a dynamic Quality Control Seed Health Testing team where your work ensures the integrity and safety of agricultural products. This role offers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced laboratory environment, supporting critical testing processes that impact global food security.

• Perform routine laboratory assays including Bacteriology, PCR, ELISA, Mycology
  , and greenhouse‑based tests following established SOPs.
• Prepare samples for testing and maintain accurate records in Word, Excel, and LIMS databases
  .
• Manage lab inventory, prepare buffers and media, and maintain equipment.
• Support general lab operations including dishwashing and housekeeping.
• Complete independent projects alongside routine work as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and quality standards.
• Manual labor tasks such as weighing seed samples, grinding, and preparing buffers for sample prep.
• Assist senior lab technicians with prepping seeds for analytical testing.

• 1+ years of experience with a STEM education background.
• Strong interest and aptitude for working in a lab environment.
• Reliable attendance and availability for the entire contract.
• Interest in STEM.

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, or related field.
• Agricultural/Crop Science background (seed industry experience is a big plus).

• Teamwork and strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Effective time management and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable working in a lab setting with ~10 other people.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime or weekends to meet business needs.

Entry level

Contract

Quality Assurance

Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing