Mushroom Spawn Lab Assistant

Job Title: Mushroom Spawn Lab Assistant

Location: Piravom, Ernakulam
Department: Spawn Production Laboratory
Reports To: Lab Supervisor / Farm Manager
Salary Range: ₹8,000 – ₹12,000 per month

Role Overview:

The Mushroom Spawn Lab Assistant supports day-to-day operations in the mushroom spawn production laboratory. The role involves assisting in culture maintenance, sterilization, inoculation, and quality monitoring to ensure consistent and contamination-free spawn production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and sterilization of grain spawn and culture media.
• Support inoculation work under aseptic (cleanroom) conditions using laminar air flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the laboratory and all equipment.
• Label and store spawn bottles/bags properly with date and batch details.
• Help in monitoring incubation conditions (temperature, humidity, etc.).
• Record daily production data and report to the Lab Supervisor.
• Dispose of contaminated samples safely following lab protocols.
• Assist in periodic culture transfer and maintenance of mother cultures.
• Follow safety, hygiene, and sterilization standards strictly.

Requirements:

• Education: BSc Biotechnology, BSc Microbiology, BSc Botany
• Experience: 2 year experience in related fields.
• Skills:
• Basic understanding of sterile lab practices.
• Attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions accurately.
• Willingness to work in lab conditions with strict hygiene protocols.

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: Mushroom Spawn Laboratory.
• Work Hours: 8 AM to 5 PM, 6 days/week.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹8,000.00 - ₹12,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person