Plant Tissue Culture Specialist

Prismhr Hire; Cathedral City (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Prismhr Hire is seeking a Lab Technician to support plant tissue culture operations in Cathedral City, California. The role emphasizes aseptic propagation, media preparation, and contamination control within a controlled lab environment.

You will work with laminar flow hoods, microscopes, and autoclaves, documenting experiments and maintaining equipment and inventory for ongoing projects. A biology/botany background with interest in plant sciences is preferred.

Qualifications

• Aseptic/sterile technique experience is essential.
• Detail orientation to detect contaminants in plant tissue.
• Willingness to perform repetitive tasks and sit for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Aseptic propagation of plant material using flow hoods.
• Prepare growth media, weigh chemicals, adjust pH, sterilize with autoclave.
• Monitor cultures for contamination and remove affected samples.
• Maintain cleanroom standards, clean tools, and manage documentation.
• Record data on growth, contamination, and inventory in databases.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

Degree in horticulture/biology/botany

Tools

Laminar flow hood

Microscopes

Autoclaves

Sterilized hand tools

Job description

Prismhr Hire is seeking a Lab Technician to support plant tissue culture operations in Cathedral City, California. The role emphasizes aseptic propagation, media preparation, and contamination control within a controlled lab environment.

You will work with laminar flow hoods, microscopes, and autoclaves, documenting experiments and maintaining equipment and inventory for ongoing projects. A biology/botany background with interest in plant sciences is preferred.