CPD&D Laboratory Assistant

CPD&D Laboratory Assistant • Weekly Schedule (how many hours/days): 40 hours • Shift Times: 7:30am -4:00pm Mon-Fri • Interview Required? Yes - Phone interview then on-site interview • Resume Required? Yes • Any specific skills, requirements or experience you want ina candidate: Experience will be considered over education - Prior Greenhouse & Lab Experience; AS/BS Degree Biology, Plant Science preferred but not required, MS Overqualified; Must be able to lift 25lbs • Any additional Medical Surveillance testing required? Yes, PAPR - OHSA Respiratory Eval • Any exposure to common allergens? Insects, Plants, Chemicals, Latex • Will non-local/remote candidates be considered? No • Will they be driving? No This position is in the biology group for new herbicide discovery. The position includes work in the lab as well as work in the greenhouses. Specific responsibilities will include: • Transplanting plant material for testing • Movement of carts from lab and greenhouses • Trimming plant material • Mixing of herbicide application solvents • Formulation and application of herbicidal compounds • Weighing of plant samples • Grading plant injury • Bagging plant material for de-vitalization • Data entry • Cleaning and upkeep of labs The position requires working in various greenhouse conditions including warm and cool conditions. Working closely with plant material is required. The successful candidate will need to be able to work independently and in small teams. Training will be provided for all tasks, but an education or background in plant biology and/or horticulture would be beneficial. Minimum of Associate's degree preferred. Ideal candidate selection criteria : - Greenhouse experience Additional Notes: PAPR certification and training will be provided onsite. EEO "Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."