Lab Technician
Core
Provide technical support for plant disease diagnostics by performing biological, chemical, serological, and molecular tests on plant, insect, and soil samples.
Role type
Lab Technician (Plant Pathology Diagnostics)
Builds
Diagnostic test results and data for plant health analysis
Domain
Agriculture / Plant Pathology / Laboratory Science
Required skills
Nucleic acid extraction (DNA/RNA), PCR (conventional and qPCR), serological analysis, isothermal analysis, media preparation, reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, data entry and management, sample sterilization
Preferred skills
Experience with nematode sample processing, familiarity with LIMS systems
Technologies
PCR, qPCR, LIMS, Microscopy
Responsibilities
Perform routine and specialized diagnostic lab tests on plant samples; prepare media and reagents; maintain laboratory equipment; manage plant sample data entry and retrieval; respond to questions regarding sample collection and submission.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level (High School Diploma + 0-4 years experience)