Associate Scientist l (DNA) (Full-Time/Entry-Level)

About the role

The GTS Department is dedicated to supporting ELISA/HB planting, harvesting, extraction, and testing; DNA QA grinding, plating, and testing; MBGT planting, plating and testing; Electrophoresis planting, plating, extraction and testing. The GTS Department includes genetic purity testing using Isozyme Electrophoresis, trait purity testing using ELISA/Herbicide Bioassay testing, and adventitious presence and zygosity testing using in DNA QA using PCR.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively internally and externally
• Work cooperatively
• Participate in general laboratory maintenance
• Effectively communicate sample/internal issues to Manager and/or Group Lead as appropriate
• Effectively communicate personnel issues to Manager and/or Group Lead
• Assist with the creation of plate maps for DNA QA
• Assist in DNA QA extraction, testing, data analysis, and reporting
• Become proficient in all areas of GTS planting/sample prep/evaluating/harvesting/extraction/testing
• Help, support and maintain EBDI Safety program
• Help, support and maintain EBDI ISO quality system
• Ensure accurate and efficient execution of written protocols
• Technical training on equipment/processes in different labs as needed
• Other duties as needed

Qualifications

• High school and science aptitude
• Within a commutable distance of the worksite location
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Skills

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

Pay

$17.25/Hr.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30 PM (Full-Time)

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays