Working in intrexon's Agricultural Biotechnology Division, the Laboratory Technician, Plantlet Production works under the supervision of the Production Manager and is responsible for the precise execution of the high through-put protocol for intrexon's Botticelli™ Plantlet Production.

Job Snapshot:

• Location: Davis, CA
• Department: Agricultural Biotechnology
• Job type: Full Time
• Education: High school diploma preferred
• Experience: Experience in plant tissue culture preferred
• Reference Id: 1768
• Travel required: No
• Manage others: No

Description:DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow laboratory procedures in strict compliance with approved protocols.
• Meet through-put production metrics for the quantity and quality of the plantlets.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe lab space.
• Other duties as assigned. 
• Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma preferred.
• Experience in plant tissue culture preferred.

DESIRED KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to handle a fast-paced, high through-put environment.
• Demonstrate excellent hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to see color.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the highest ethical standards, trustworthiness and has a high degree of personal responsibility. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
     
    Laboratory

• Frequent: Sitting; speaking; hearing; use of hands/fingers; handling or feeling objects, tools or controls; close vision; color vision; peripheral vision; ability to adjust focus.
• Occasional: Standing; walking indoors; reaching with hands and arms; stooping; kneeling; crouching; lifting and/ or move up to 30lbs.
• General: Moderate to high noise level, similar to continuous humming of a motor and/or fan.

To apply visit our website; https://careers.dna.com/

(NYSE: XON) intrexon is addressing global challenges with precise control of biological systems across four major biology classes – Microbes, Plants, Animals, Human Cells – to protect our environment, promote health and feed the growing populations of humans and animals. We are driving innovation in new product development through the integration of our technologies and we invite you to discover more at www.dna.com.

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