Tissue Culture Technician I

Curio•Timonium, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Curio Wellness we empower people to thrive by adapting plant nature to human nature. We are committed to transforming the conversation around cannabis, fostering a deeper understanding of its benefits, and ensuring that every product we offer meets the highest standards. The Tissue Culture Technician I is part of a well-coordinated floriculture team and will support the cultivation of cannabis plants in an aseptic environment for commercial production. The ideal candidate will excel as a team member within a tightly controlled, state-regulated system and adhere to timelines and SOPs. Curio tissue culture techs must also focus on employee safety and maintain a very clean facility and lab. Please note: This position involves working with plant material, which may include exposure to pollen, allergens, and other plant-related substances. We recommend that applicants with known plant allergies or sensitivities consult with a healthcare professional before applying for this position.

Requirements

Previous experience working with plants or in a lab environment is preferred.
Ability to safely use sharp instruments.
Willingness to work in tight spaces and loud environments.
Ability to work around chemicals and fertilizers safely.
Willingness to learn scientific concepts and use of scientific equipment.
Ability to use sterile techniques
Must be 21 years old.
As a condition of employment, all Curio Wellness employees must comply with the State of Maryland requirements, which include providing a copy of their fingerprints in the required format and consenting to an FBI Background Check.
As a condition of employment, all Curio Wellness employees must comply with the State of Missouri requirements, which include providing a copy of their fingerprints in the required format and consenting to an FBI Background Check.

Responsibilities

Support and assist in aseptic micropropagation methodologies for mass-scale clone production.
Collect nodal stem samples for use in micropropagation and tissue culture research of cannabis.
Record data in laboratory notebook and/or Excel.
Operation of laboratory equipment in a safe manner.
Assure cleanliness and organization of glassware, plasticware, and other supplies as needed.
Assure the cleanliness of the lab environment.
Maintain an organized work environment.
Ability to execute techniques consistently.
Properly document all applicable activities in accordance with standards set by the State and the company.
Learn new laboratory techniques and use new equipment with instruction.
Support other Applied Science activities