Seasonal Seed Germination Lab Technician

AgReliant Genetics; Brimfield (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

GDM Seeds in the United States seeks an assistant to support the germination and genetic purity labs by processing samples, preparing reagents, and maintaining lab equipment and surroundings.

Responsibilities include preparing seed samples for germination and genetic analysis, conducting germination, vigor, and purity tests, maintaining safety standards, and assisting teams during peak workloads in a seasonal environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• This position requires positive attitude towards heavy workloads under tight deadlines on a seasonal basis.
• Ability to work well with numbers and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must have good hand eye coordination and be able to manipulate relatively smaller objects efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assists in accurately carrying out the daily needs of the germination and genetic purity labs by processing samples, preparing reagents, and maintaining lab equipment and surroundings.
• Responsible for maintaining a high level of customer service and professionalism.
• Responsible for projecting a positive image of GDM Seeds.
• Prepare seed samples for germination and genetic analysis.
• Prepare lab reagents in specific manners
• Conduct herbicide bioassays, germination, and vigor tests.
• Conduct mechanical purity analysis, moisture testing, and various other seed tests on seed samples.
• Maintain a clean working environment.
• Follow all safety guidelines and promote a safe working environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independence

Teamwork

Workload management

Numerical skills

Hand-eye coordination

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

GDM Seeds in the United States seeks an assistant to support the germination and genetic purity labs by processing samples, preparing reagents, and maintaining lab equipment and surroundings.

Responsibilities include preparing seed samples for germination and genetic analysis, conducting germination, vigor, and purity tests, maintaining safety standards, and assisting teams during peak workloads in a seasonal environment.