Tissue Culture Lab Technician (2nd Shift)

Ohalo • South San Francisco, CA

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Ohalo Genetics is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented technician to support micropropagation and plant tissue culture work. The technician will help ensure the success of the plant tissue culture laboratory through hands-on lab duties, lab operations, plant inventory maintenance, and process development. The position also offers opportunities to contribute to other aspects of the lab’s growth.

Prior experience in a sterile work environment, plant breeding, or a plant tissue culture laboratory is a plus but is not required; on-the-job training will be offered to otherwise qualified candidates. Candidates should enjoy working with plants, be responsible and self-motivated, prioritize safety, and be comfortable working independently and with teams across multiple departments.

This is a full-time, second-shift position in South San Francisco, California, with a stated shift of 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The anticipated compensation is $33 per hour. The desired start date is ASAP.

Requirements

• Be detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and able to keep accurate records of activities.
• Take a proactive approach to routine tasks.
• Accurately follow verbal and written instructions and ask clarifying questions.
• Work independently and in a team environment with multiple departments.
• Prioritize safety.
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds intermittently and sit for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a sterile work environment, plant breeding, or a plant tissue culture laboratory.
• Enjoy working with plants.

Responsibilities

• Perform micropropagation and meristem isolation.
• Routinely transfer plant cells or plant tissue culture materials according to communicated specifications and quality standards.
• Prepare and dispense media according to established specifications.
• Label culture vessels.
• Autoclave materials.
• Clean laboratory materials and equipment.
• Safeguard proprietary varieties and confidential information.
• Follow company policies and practices and represent Ohalo ethically and professionally in interactions with employees and external parties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lab Leadership Team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed