Laboratory Specialist – Plant Breeding and Field Research

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of plant breeding and crop improvement research projects in accordance with approved research protocols.
• Ensure the accurate collection, management, and reporting of laboratory, greenhouse, and field research data.
• Maintain the quality, integrity, and traceability of breeding materials, seed stocks, and germplasm collections.
• Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory and field equipment.
• Coordinate research activities with scientists, students, and technical staff to achieve project objectives.
• Follow laboratory, greenhouse, and field safety procedures and ensure compliance with institutional policies.
• Contribute to the successful completion of research project milestones and deliverables.
• Maintain high standards of research quality, organization, and documentation throughout all project activities.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Plant Science, Agronomy, Crop Science, Environmental Sciences, Plant Biotechnology, Genetics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in agricultural research, plant breeding, crop production, or laboratory and field research activities.
• Knowledge of field trial management, plant propagation, and data collection methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and research data management.

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Plant Science, Agronomy, Crop Science, Environmental Sciences, Plant Biotechnology, Genetics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in agricultural research, plant breeding, crop production, or laboratory and field research activities.
• Knowledge of field trial management, plant propagation, and data collection methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and research data management.

Expected Skills

• Conduct crossing, pollination, seed production, and other breeding-related activities.
• Establish and maintain field trials, breeding nurseries, and greenhouse experiments.
• Collect, record, and organize phenotypic and agronomic data from research trials.
• Prepare plant and seed samples for laboratory analysis and research activities.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures, including sample processing and molecular analyses.
• Manage seed inventories, germplasm collections, and breeding materials.
• Monitor crop performance, pests, diseases, and environmental conditions.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments, field equipment, and research facilities.
• Enter and verify research data and maintain accurate records and databases.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, research summaries, and project documentation.

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