Entry-Level Plant Health Technician: Lab & Field Support

HarveStaff; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

HarveStaff LLC is seeking an Entry Level Plant Health Technician in Chesterfield, MO. This contract role supports the production of high-volume, high-quality fungal and bacterial inoculum used to characterize plant disease traits, involving lab, controlled environments, and occasional field activities in a fast-paced production setting.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in Microbiology/related field, have experience with microbiology techniques, and demonstrate strong attention to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology/Plant Pathology/Agri Sci/Biology required.
• Master’s or Ph.D. preferred.
• Background in microbiology or microorganism-related work required.
• Background in agricultural sciences and/or plant pathology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate, maintain, and manage fungal and bacterial pathogens.
• Support molecular characterization and identification of microorganisms.
• Document microorganisms and maintain records in online databases.
• Develop and perform in planta and in vitro assays.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Apply sterile techniques throughout laboratory and production processes.
• Prepare substrates and growth media.
• Infest, dry, harvest, and package inoculum while maintaining sterile conditions.
• Support compliant packaging and shipping procedures.
• Plant, maintain, and inoculate plants and collect tissue samples.
• Maintain accurate data records and proper labeling.
• Dispose of regulated and non-regulated waste according to established procedures.
• Sterilize machinery, materials, laboratories, greenhouses, and growth chambers as needed.
• Assist scientists with project-related tasks.
• Support field activities and travel occasionally as required.
• Adapt to changing priorities and frequent shifts in duties.

Skills

Mycology

Microbiology

Molecular biology

Sterile techniques

GMP knowledge

Attention to detail

SOP adherence

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Repetitive tasks

Production environment

Health & safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology/Plant Pathology/Agri Sci/Biology

Master’s or Ph.D. preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HarveStaff LLC is seeking an Entry Level Plant Health Technician in Chesterfield, MO. This contract role supports the production of high-volume, high-quality fungal and bacterial inoculum used to characterize plant disease traits, involving lab, controlled environments, and occasional field activities in a fast-paced production setting.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in Microbiology/related field, have experience with microbiology techniques, and demonstrate strong attention to