Laboratory Technician, Biosciences

The Mosaic Company•Plant City, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician performs quality assurance and quality control tests and supports manufacturing operations involving microbial inoculants. The role supports work to improve crop production and plant health. Primary duties include sample processing, media preparation, quality control checks, data entry, and laboratory recordkeeping. The position reports to the Quality Control Manager and collaborates with operations. It is onsite at the Plant City location. Work hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional overtime as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with previous laboratory experience in bacterial culture, cell-based assay techniques, and qPCR; alternatively, a BA/BS degree is accepted.
Ability to perform established protocols independently using good laboratory practices and review data for accuracy and completeness.
Excellent interpersonal, oral communication, written communication, and organizational skills.
General laboratory safety knowledge.
Knowledge of office functions and processes, including MS Office 365, MS Databases, and spreadsheets.
Ability to maintain a laboratory notebook and prepare raw data for submission to the supervisor.
Ability to communicate effectively and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to be organized, analytical, and flexible in adjusting to priorities.
Team-oriented approach that builds positive relationships, values diverse perspectives, and demonstrates reliability, flexibility, and accountability in supporting team goals.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS degree, preferably in biology, microbiology, or a related area.

Responsibilities

Process production samples of microbial inoculants to determine viability and shelf life.
Conduct testing of raw materials.
Prepare media.
Use laboratory equipment, including scales and autoclaves.
Perform pipetting and serial dilutions.
Help maintain a clean laboratory environment by preparing, cleaning, sanitizing, and sterilizing glassware.
Organize the laboratory, stock supplies, and prepare common laboratory stocks.
Maintain laboratory records and chemical inventory.
Prepare raw data for submission to the supervisor.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.