Laboratory Technician

• The Laboratory Technician will support entomology and plant testing activities in a controlled laboratory environment.
• The role involves preparing plant and insect assay materials, conducting routine testing procedures, maintaining lab cleanliness, and supporting evaluation processes in accordance with established protocols and safety standards.

Requirement/Must Have:

• Bachelor s degree in Biology, Entomology, or related field.
• Prior work experience in any field (laboratory experience not mandatory).
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, protocols, and SOPs.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to shift tasks based on daily operational needs.

Experience:

• Experience handling routine laboratory or manual work tasks preferred.
• Experience working in structured, process-driven environments preferred.
• Experience following safety protocols and documentation procedures.
• Exposure to plant or insect handling processes is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Clip and thin plants used in laboratory testing.
• Perform insect infestation tasks using non-hazardous insect species.
• Prepare assay formulations using manual pipettes.
• Apply assays using hand sprayers and track sprayers.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and restock materials as needed.
• Grade and evaluate insect assay results.
• Prepare media used in entomology testing.
• Support documentation and scribing for evaluators.
• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate PPE at all times.

Should Have:

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and multitask.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.

Skills:

• Laboratory support and maintenance.
• Plant and insect handling techniques.
• Assay preparation and application.
• Data recording and documentation.
• SOP adherence and quality compliance.
• Communication and teamwork.
• Time management and adaptability.

Qualification And Education:

• Bachelor s degree in Biology, Entomology, or related discipline required.
• Equivalent scientific academic background preferred.