MyFloraDNA is looking for a Research Assistant/Lab Technician to join our Research and Development team in Woodland, California.

Under the direction of the R&D Director the individual assists in all day-to-day tissue culture lab activities, including, but not limited to, processing plant materials, media preparation, sterilizing tools, and equipment, and maintaining lab cleanliness. This is a contracted part-time position with the possibility of a permanent position depending on the candidate. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Processes plant materials; includes sterilization, explant processing, and tissue culture.
• Accurately weights, measures, mixes, and pours media and media components accordingly.
• Ensures that aseptic guidelines are followed at all times and maintains a clean lab area.
• Accurately and consistently records laboratory data and observations.
• Properly operates autoclave to sterilize media and other lab materials.
• Utilizes forceps, scalpels, and other tools to perform laboratory work.
• Daily cleaning of lab area, glassware, and equipment.
• Collaborates with and provides support to lab staff.
• Follows standard operating procedures at all times in a safe and compliant manner.
• Promptly reports breaches in compliance, safety, and sanitation to management.
• May assist with other lab processes and operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific discipline and at least six months of applicable laboratory experience. 
• Previous tissue culture experience preferred not required
• Working knowledge of aseptic technique
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with teams
• Proven ability to perform a variety of tasks under time constraints and strict deadlines
• Demonstrated efficiency, productivity, attention to detail, accuracy, and results in orientation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Remaining in a seated or standing position for extended periods
• Performing repetitive tasks with hands, fingers, and wrists
• Exercising a consistently high degree of accuracy when using fine motor skills
• Wearing gloves, respirator, and other required protective equipment for extended periods
• Working in aseptic conditions under a laminar flow hood for extended periods
• Able to lift 25-50 pounds at a time
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to colleagues and management

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Laboratory conditions
• Confined space and secured area
• Strong odors from machinery, media, isopropyl alcohol, and/or bleach

TO APPLY

Please send resume and cover letter to afernandez@myfloradna.com