Tissue Culture Lab Technician

Job title: Lab Technician Report to: Lab Manager Salary: $26-$28 per hour Key Responsibilities Aseptic Propagation: Using flow hoods and specialized tools to cut and transfer plant materials into new, sterile media containers. Media Preparation: Preparing nutrient-rich growth media, including weighing chemicals, adjusting pH levels, and sterilizing them in an autoclave. Contamination Monitoring: Inspecting cultures frequently for infections (fungal or bacterial) and removing contaminated samples immediately. Maintenance: Cleaning, autoclaving tools, and maintaining a strict, cleanroom environment. Documentation: Recording data on plant growth, contamination rates, and inventory in databases. Required Skills and Qualifications Strong proficiency in aseptic/sterile techniques is paramount. Attention to detail: Ability to spot tiny contaminants or irregularities in plant tissues. Physical stamina: Capacity for repetitive motion and sitting for extended periods. Education: A degree in horticulture, biology, or botany. 1‑2 years’ experience with plant tissue culture is preferred. Typical Working Environment Setting: Controlled laboratory environments or cleanrooms. Tools: Laminar flow hoods, microscopes, autoclaves, and autoclaved hand tools (forceps, scissors). Physical requirements: Long periods of sitting, fine manipulation of small tissues, occasional lifting up to 30 pounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr