About this opportunity
Phoenix Agrotech lists this Plant Tissue Culture Lab Manager opportunity in santa ana, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Phoenix Agrotech is a leading producer of micropropagated Date Palm plantlets with worldwide sales in a rapidly growing market.
About your Role
As the Laboratory Manager, you will provide operational leadership to ensure the production of high-quality date palm plantlets through in vitro mass-cloning of regenerants derived from off-shoots, male and female flowers or vegetative cells and tissues.
Title: Plant Tissue Culture Lab Manager.
Department: Plant Production Laboratory.
Reports to: COO.
Employment Type: Full-time, exempt with occasional off-hours/weekend support for critical operations.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and train technicians of the production laboratory and media kitchen.
Perform clean bench procedures to support urgent operations.
Implement process improvement to optimize throughput.
Ensure strict contamination control in bench procedures and culture facilities.
Ensure data integrity and documentation accuracy.
Ensure a culture of regulatory compliance and safety.
Oversee equipment maintenance and compliance.
Partner and coordinate closely with other departments (R&D, greenhouse etc.).
Qualifications
BA or MS in Plant Science, Biotechnology or related.
5 - 8+ years in cell and tissue culture; 2 - 3+ years in lab supervision.
Strong aseptic technique; evaluation of developmental processes, genotyping.
Familiarity with applicable regulatory principles.
Proficiency with electronic data management systems and traceability systems.
Excellent organization and communication skills.
Bilingual English/Spanish - speaking, reading (E), and writing (E).
Physical Requirements
Able to stand for extended periods and bench work (flow hood), lift up to ~11 kg (25 lb.).
Wear level BSL-2 personal protective equipment where required.
How to Apply
Please send your resume/CV to with the subject "Tissue Culture Lab Manager - Application."
Phoenix Agrotech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This description outlines key duties and qualifications. Responsibilities may evolve with team needs.
Health insurance
Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s)
Do you have Plant Tissue Culture Experience?
Experience
Plant Tissue Cultrue: 5 years (Required)
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Worksite address
santa ana, CA, 92725, US
Who can apply
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