Tissue Culture Lab Technician (1st Shift)

Responsibilities

• Micropropagation and meristem isolation
• Routine transfer of plant cells or plant tissue cultures materials within communicated specifications and quality standards
• Media preparation and dispensing in accordance with established specifications
• Labeling culture vessels
• Autoclaving
• Cleaning lab materials and lab equipment
• Ensures the safe keeping of propriety varieties and confidential information
• Fulfills company policies and practices while representing Ohalo in an ethical and businesslike manner in all interactions with employees and external parties
• Performs other duties as assigned by Lab Leadership Team

Requirements

• Prior experience in a sterile work environment, plant breeding or plant tissue culture laboratory is a plus, but is not required
• Enjoy working with plants!
• Relevant work experience in plant tissue culture is a plus, but on the job training will be offered to otherwise qualified candidates
• Detail-oriented, good at keeping record of activities and generally well-organized and self-motivated
• Proactive approach to routine tasks
• Able to accurately follow verbal and written instructions
• Able to ask clarifying questions
• Able to work independently and in a team environment with multiple departments
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds on intermittent basis and possess the ability to sit for extended periods of time

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a sterile work environment, plant breeding or plant tissue culture laboratory is a plus, but is not required
• Enjoy working with plants!
• Relevant work experience in plant tissue culture is a plus, but on the job training will be offered to otherwise qualified candidates
• Detail-oriented, good at keeping record of activities and generally well-organized and self-motivated
• Proactive approach to routine tasks
• Able to accurately follow verbal and written instructions
• Able to ask clarifying questions
• Able to work independently and in a team environment with multiple departments
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds on intermittent basis and possess the ability to sit for extended periods of time

Skills

• Hands-on work skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Teamwork skills

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Employee assistance program

Pay

• $29.50/hr

Schedule

• 1st Shift (7am - 3pm)

About Ohalo

Ohalo™ aims to accelerate evolution to unlock nature's potential. Founded in 2019, Ohalo develops novel breeding systems and improved plant varieties that help farmers grow more food with fewer natural resources, increasing the yield, resiliency, and genetic diversity of crops to sustainably feed our population. Ohalo's breakthrough technology, Boosted Breeding™, will usher in a new era of improved productivity to radically transform global agriculture. For more information, visit www.ohalo.com.

Notes

• If you previously applied for a job at Ohalo Genetics, we encourage you to restate your interest in the position by submitting your application.
• Ohalo is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
• Ohalo is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
• No visa sponsorship is available for this position at this time.
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