Job Description

Entry Level Biologist

JOB-10042507

Anticipated Start Date

September 16, 2024

Location

Chesterfield, MO

Type of Employment

Contract to Hire

Employer Info

As a global leader in agriculture enterprise, our client is recognized for their multiple brands and renowned reputation. Their research and development teams combine knowledge and ingenuity to create the most innovative ideas. With their cutting-edge products, they have a common goal: improved quality of life for all.

Job Summary

If you’re interested in an Entry Level Biologist, then this is the best role for you. Our company is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and energetic individual to participate in the critical work of supporting R&D pipeline by supplying transgenic crops for testing. The successful candidate will perform plant tissue culture tasks, including inoculation with bacteria, sterile tissue transfer, and transfer of plants to soil. Desire to work and take initiative within a team environment is essential.

Job Description

• Plant Tissue Culture
  • This involves moving plant material from agar gel to agar gel.
  • Sterile technique is crucial to this step.
  • Moving plant material to soil.
  • Taking samples of plant material for genetic analysis.
• Seed preparation and Inoculation
  • Inoculating prepared seed with gene of interest.
  • Experimental clean up and set up.
• Experimental Monitoring
  • Reporting on performance of tissue culture experiments.
  • Effective communications and recording of observations.
• Lab Maintenance and inventory
  • Preparing lab space for daily duties.
  • Performing weekly lab/biotech cleaning tasks.
• Data Entry
  • Use of our in-house data management system for entering experimental information.
  • Use of our quality system to record observations.

Skills Required

• Skill & Competency Requirements:
  • Basic sterile technique etiquette.
  • Science background.
  • Experience in fast paced environment.
• Preferences:
  • Research background.
  • Tissue culture experience.
  • Knowledge of PPE and high-quality standards.
  • Experience working with a large team.
  • LIMS system experience.
  • Excel proficiency.

Education/Training/Certifications

• A bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, cellular biology, biotechnology or related field is required.

Additional Requirements (as applicable)

• Must be able to pass drug screen & criminal background check.
• Shift:
  • On site by 8am.
  • 8 hours expected per day.
  • 40-hour work per week.
• No remote work.

Pay Rate/Salary

• Estimated Salary: $17.00 to $28.00 per hour based on qualifications.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws."

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