Plant Tissue Culture Lab Technician

As a Plant Tissue Culture Technician specializing in Laminar Room Plant Inoculation, your primary responsibility will involve taking clippings from plants and cultivating them on agar media in sterile containers within a laminar flow hood. This meticulous process, known as micropropagation, necessitates the prevention of contamination from bacteria or fungi, underscoring the importance of proper screening for bacterial and fungal infections in tissue culture bottles. - Possess a minimum of 3+ years of experience working in a plant tissue culture lab, specifically in a laminar room setting for plant inoculation tasks. - Manage an inventory of chemicals, media, and stock solutions, as well as ensuring the safe disposal of chemical and biological waste. - Procure necessary supplies and reagents, maintain detailed records of orders, and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). - Recognize signs of plant diseases and identify fungal or bacterial contaminations in the growth room. - Maintain precise records, collect and analyze data, and enter information into spreadsheets. - Understand traceability and logistics, as well as participate in planting, maintaining, and assessing plants for disease resistance and other characteristics. Preferred qualifications for this position include experience in horticulture, plant biology, and genetics, along with familiarity with greenhouse and indoor growing operations. Collaboration is key, as plant tissue culture technicians often work as part of a team. A positive attitude and effective communication skills with team members are highly desirable attributes for success in this role.,