Laboratory Technician

Mindlance; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biotechnology is seeking a Research Technician to join the Maize Transformation team. The role involves performing various tasks in crop transformation, maintaining detailed records, and contributing to trait discovery and optimization. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields preferred.
• Great written and verbal communication skills required.
• General knowledge of plant biology and biotechnology desired.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures for transgenic and genome editing.
• Prepare explants and perform transformation for high-quality plants.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, plant science, agronomy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Research Technician

Corn Transformation, Crop Transformation Systems


Title Research technician
City Johnston
U.S. State/ Canada Province IOWA
Country United States (USA)
Functional Unit Trait Optimization, Global Biotechnology
Position Type Contract worker
Hiring Manager Karei Dan
Hiring Manager Title Lab Manager
Job Description The Research technician will be part of the Maize Transformation team within the Crop Transformation Systems in Biotechnology/Trait Discovery and Optimization.

Duties/Responsibilities Follow all standard operating procedures to generate quality transgenic and genome editing events to support trait discovery, trait optimization, and product development programs.

Crop transformation work involves preparing explants, performing transformation, sub-culturing tissue during the selection process, and regenerating tissue to produce high-quality transgenic or genome-edited plants.

Maintain accurate electronic and legal notebook records for all research work, summarize results, note areas for improvement, execute all lab work by following safety and ergonomic standards, and effectively organize daily workflow to meet specified timelines.

Exhibit great interpersonal/team communication skills, organizational skills, keen attention to detail, a can-do positive attitude, and the desire to work as a member of a team of scientists working to achieve common team goals.

Educational Qualifications Desired Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, plant science, agronomy, or equivalent amounts of relevant education preferred

Competencies and Experience Desired Great written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work as a member of a dynamic, diverse, and cross-functional team.

Strong computer skills, including experience using MS Office products.

Must be able to work effectively as an independent contributor to meet work demands and deadlines. Technical training will be provided.

General knowledge of plant biology, biotechnology, and/or experience with cell and tissue culture and plant transformation is highly desired, but not required

About the company

Mindlance is one of the largest diversity-owned staffing firms in the US . As a recruitment centric talent acquisition company, Mindlance provides Technology, Engineering, Digital / Creative / Marketing, Clinical Research, Scientific, Finance, Professional and Payroll Management staffing services to Global 1000 companies across the US, Canada and India.

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