Plant Tissue Culture Lab Technician

• Plant Tissue Culture Lab Technician – Terminus Bio

Position Overview
The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for completing daily laboratory tasks that are essential to the Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory operations as assigned by the Laboratory Manager. These tasks include: media preparation, plant culture induction, plant subculture, sample management, culture health assessment, general cleaning, accurate experiment notation, and in some cases, training of laboratory interns. The Laboratory Technician will work closely with the Laboratory Manager to ensure all goals of the laboratory are met, all protocols and equipment in the laboratory are functioning properly, and the laboratory remains clean. The laboratory technician will also be encouraged to actively participate and conduct independent and guided research as it relates to the company's R&D goals.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities
● Ensure that media is prepared precisely and appropriately stored to effectively complete in vitro activities and support retail media sales. Follow internal QC procedures to ensure accuracy of processes, formulations, labels, etc.
● Perform essential in vitro culturing tasks, such as explant induction, subculturing of stock materials, and other tasks assigned by the Laboratory Manager.
● Follow the plant production schedule established by the Laboratory Manager to ensure client needs are met in a timely manner.
● Maintain strict cleanliness, sterility, and organization of Tissue Culture Laboratory areas.
● Follow lab entry/exit protocols and PPE standards.
● Keep efficient and accurate laboratory notes and records for reporting, analysis of performance, and compliance purposes.
● Perform and maintain records of necessary maintenance and servicing of laboratory equipment as directed by the Lab Manager.
● Adhere to sterile technique protocols when working on laminar flow benches.
● Display highly effective organization and ability to maintain laboratory physical/digital records and documents.
● Monitor quantities of reagents and materials so they can be ordered (by the Lab Manager) in a timely manner and available for daily tasks.
● Perform maintenance, cleaning, storage, and sterilization of surgical tools, culture vessels, and other reusable laboratory equipment.
● Train laboratory interns on laboratory protocols and aseptic workflows.
○ This task will be performed with the aid of the Repository Manager

Communication
● Work effectively with the Repository Manager to ensure proper functioning and cleanliness of the facility.
● Efficient communication with other laboratory staff through standard communication and laboratory best practices.
● Illustrate a clear understanding of the chain of command to address and escalate issues within the lab to the Repository Manager.

Compliance
● Ensure compliance of laboratory operations with all local, state and federal regulations including those determined by Connecticut Department of Agriculture and OSHA.
● Assist to ensure that workflow and work procedures are documented and that appropriate controls and audits are in place to ensure data and processing integrity.
● Follow internal LIMS methods to ensure that all tasks are recorded.

Work Environment
The successful candidate will be expected to perform duties in a well-defined, clean laboratory environment with some guidance from the Repository Manager. The Technician should be comfortable adhering to strict PPE protocols as they move throughout the facility to ensure sufficient cleanliness of sterile areas. The Lab Technician will be encouraged to define, explore, and investigate improvements to existing laboratory workflows and products as time allows from main duties. The Lab Technician will be encouraged to assist the Repository Manager in developing new ideas and insights surrounding scientific advancement and workflow improvement, as well as conduct their own experiments, as time allows.

Supervision
● Works under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager and Repository Manager

Working Conditions
● Able to use a computer, hand tools, and/or laboratory equipment while sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
● Able to lift and move up to 30 pounds frequently.
● Comfortable working in sterile Laminar Air Flow hood and clean environments.

Compensation

• $20-25/hr

Job Qualifications

Work Experience and Knowledge

• One to three years of leadership experience in a related industry or work environment.
• Preferred exposure to aseptic workflows, clean work environments, or sterile technique.
• Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and Google Drive.
• Organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a distributed team of managers and associates.

Education
● BS degree in biology, horticulture, agriculture, or a related field required.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
To Apply: Please submit a 1) Cover letter 2) Resume and 3) Professional References

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• East Hartford, CT 06108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person