Reference: 2020-5352

The fourth largest seed company in the world, Limagrain is an international cooperative group created and directed by French farmers. As a creator and producer of plant varieties, Limagrain markets field seeds, vegetable seeds and cereal products. HM.CLAUSE, Business Unit of Group Limagrain, is an innovative global leader in the development, production, and commercialization of vegetable seeds. HM.CLAUSE belongs to the top 5 vegetable seed entities in the world. With over 2,000 varieties in more than 20 vegetable crops, HM.CLAUSE provides innovative solutions to growers worldwide.  

Function: PRODUCTION & OPERATIONS - QUALITY CONTROL

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Main Goal

Conduct laboratory testing of seed samples for the detection seed borne/transmitted pathogens; bacteria, fungi and virus.

Job description

Position descption summary

Participate in conducting seed health testing following established written protocols, monitor all aspects of the test, that could affect the result, analyze and enter data, participate in inventory management of lab supplies and maintain lab in clean and safe manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare growth media, buffers and stock solutions for the culture of microorganisms following specific written procedures.
• Separate and process seed samples with an emphasis of maintaining sub-sample identity and consistency in sample preparation.
• Conduct seed health testing in traditional assays and molecular based assays following established written work instructions.
• Analyze results and ensure data entry into LIMS database system.
• Plant and maintain test seedlings under controlled environment.
• Monitor temperature in various incubators, refrigerators and walk-in chambers to ensure that the tests are conducted accurately and consistently.
• Must be comfortable working in a laboratory setting governed by formal, written procedures that must be strictly followed.
• Complete projects in a timely, efficient, safe and effective manner.
• Participate in the inventory management of materials and chemical products (Anticipation and Planning).
• Maintain laboratories in a clean, safe and organized manner.
• Participate in monthly Safety Training and Meetings.

Profile

Education and/or Experience

• B.S. Degree in Plant Pathology, Plant Science or biology is preferred candidates with equivalent working experience will be considered.
• 1 year experience in a laboratory setting
• A working knowledge of plant disease and seed health testing experience on vegetable seeds will be an asset.
• This position requires an individual with excellent interpersonal skills, as they will be part of a team.

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