Lab Technician, Agricultural Biotechnology

Talencore; London; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Talencore is seeking a Lab Technician for a part-time role in London, Ontario. You will perform routine microbial QC, support research experiments, and help maintain lab records in a collaborative startup environment.

The position emphasizes careful adherence to laboratory protocols, strong documentation, and the ability to work onsite at Western University campus. Opportunities exist to progress to full-time based on performance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Science, or a related life-science discipline.
• Hands-on laboratory experience; experience with microbial culture, aseptic handling, plating, or enumeration is strongly preferred.
• Comfort following established laboratory and research protocols carefully and consistently.
• Strong attention to detail, with accurate documentation, measurement, and data-recording skills.
• Reliable and organized, with clear communication and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interest in agriculture, plants, soil, environmental science, microbiology, and biological technologies; ability to work onsite at Western University campus (London, ON).

Responsibilities

• Execute routine microbial QC and maintain QA records.
• Support research experiments and assist with data collection and reporting.
• Coordinate day-to-day lab activities and ensure safety and SOP compliance.

Skills

Lab experience

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Biology or related life-science

Tools

Aseptic technique

Microbial culture

Job description

Full time | Talencore | Canada

Job Information

Biotechnology

Work Experience 3-5 years

City London (Sunningdale / West Masonville / Medway / NE Hyde Park / East Fox Hollow)

State/Province Ontario

N6G

Job Description

About Our Client

Indogulf Bioworks Inc. is a pioneering biotechnology company based at Western Research Parks in London, Ontario. We develop, scale, manufacture, and commercialize microbial and biological technologies for application in diverse industries such as agriculture, animal health, mining and bioremediation.

We are a growing, hands-on team where scientists, technicians, regulatory professionals, and commercial teams work closely together to move ideas from the lab into practical, real-world scalable solutions.

Role Overview

The Lab Technician will execute routine microbial quality control, support research experiments under technical supervision, record accurate data, and expedite issues while collaborating with the laboratory team.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, hands-on startup environment where the Lab Technician can contribute directly to both routine laboratory operations and the execution of meaningful agricultural research.

Employment Type:Part-time, with the opportunity to progress to full-time based on individual performance and business needs

Work Schedule: 30 hours per week

What You'll Do

1. Routine Microbial QC

• Prepare microbiology media for plates, broths, flasks, cultures, and QC testing, and prepare samples for analysis.
  
• Perform plating, microbial enumeration, routine culture maintenance, and inoculations using aseptic technique.
  
• Conduct contamination checks, product and culture testing, and other routine QC assays.
  
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely laboratory records, QC logs, data sheets, and sample traceability documentation.
  
• Keep laboratory workspaces, materials, cultures, and supplies clean, organized, and ready for use.
  

2. Research Experiment Execution and Plant-Microbe Efficacy

• Execute research protocols developed by Raj and follow approved experimental procedures exactly.
  
• Set up and maintain plant-microbe efficacy experiments in controlled environments, including grow tents.
  
• Prepare and apply microbial treatments while maintaining clear labelling, treatment separation, and experimental controls.
  
• Monitor plant growth and environmental conditions, and record study performance indicators consistently.
  
• Take measurements and photographs, collect samples, and maintain complete and accurate experimental records.
  
• Support harvest activities, sample processing, analytical work, and trial execution across row crops and greenhouse crops.
  

3. General Laboratory Responsibilities

• Follow all laboratory safety, biosafety, and standard operating procedures.
  
• Coordinate day-to-day activities with Raj and the laboratory team to keep QC and research work on schedule.
  
• Report protocol deviations, contamination concerns, equipment issues, and unusual results promptly.
  
• Support additional QC, research, harvest, and laboratory operations tasks as assigned, and participate in team meetings.
  

Requirements

• A diploma or degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Science, or a related life-science discipline.
  
• Practical hands-on laboratory experience; experience with microbial culture, aseptic handling, plating, or enumeration is strongly preferred.
  
• Comfort following established laboratory and research protocols carefully and consistently.
  
• Strong attention to detail, with accurate documentation, measurement, and data-recording skills.
  
• Reliable and organized, with clear communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  
• A genuine interest in agriculture, plants, soil, environmental science, microbiology, and biological technologies, with the ability to work onsite at our lab at Western University campus (London, ON).
  

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