Laboratory Technician

Kelly; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly in Johnston, IA is seeking a dedicated greenhouse assistant to support routine tasks such as tissue sampling, seeding, transplanting, and data collection. The role emphasizes maintaining a professional, clean, and safe environment while complying with safety and study protocols.

You will join a team, follow standard operating procedures, and use MS Office and internal research software to manage records.

Qualifications

• Requires attention to detail and adherence to SOPs and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tissue sampling, seeding, and transplanting under supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Research software

Job description

This position will primarily assist with preparation and execution of routine duties such as tissue sampling, seeding, transplanting, and data collection and handling, along with general greenhouse work while maintaining a professional, clean, and safe work environment and meeting all compliance standards.

• High school diploma/GED required. Bachelor's degree in an agriculture, horticulture, plant physiology, molecular biology, or related field or three or more years of related experience or equivalent amounts of relevant education and experience is preferred.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and follow standard operating and safety/ergonomics protocols is essential.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, a high degree of self-motivation, a positive attitude, and the ability to work well independently as well as a team member with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills preferred, including MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook), and ability to gain competency with internally-developed research software.
• Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time and lift up to 30 lbs. Must be able to tolerate hours of repetitive work in a warm, humid greenhouse with pollen present year-round.