Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory Technician

Job Location: Johnston, IA

Job Type: Contract

Pay Range: $22.00hr - $27.00hr

Job Overview:

Our client is seeking a contingent Laboratory Technician to join their team. This position supports a research team developing and evaluating novel plant breeding methods. With guidance from a supervisor, the successful candidate will support plant tissue culture research activities and coordinate with various team members to accomplish research efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with creating, executing, and scoring results supporting research team needs, including processing samples under sterile lab conditions, measuring, imaging, and analyzing experimental results, and 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, including using aseptic and sterile techniques.
• Document experimental details with the ability to analyze data and interpret results.
• Record pertinent information in proprietary and standard software applications.

Qualifications:

• 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 a classroom or industry setting is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills required.
• Attention to detail and ability to stay focused while performing repetitive tasks required.
• Ability to work well with teams, as well as the ability to work independently required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills required.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented individual with excellent work ethic and time management skills.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities