Marker Genotyping Lab Technologist

The Marker Genotyping Lab Technologist supports routine, high-throughput marker genotyping for crop breeding and seed research programs. The role performs sample receiving and tracking, tissue preparation, DNA extraction, assay setup, instrument operation, quality-control review, data entry, and result reporting in accordance with established laboratory protocols.

What You Will Do

Execute routine marker genotyping workflows, including sample receipt and accessioning, tissue preparation, DNA extraction, DNA quantification or normalization as required, assay setup, amplification, detection, and post-run processing.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position is well suited to a detail-oriented laboratory professional who can manage repetitive and complex workflows, maintain excellent documentation, respond to seasonal workload surges, and contribute to continuous improvement in molecular marker operations.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of standard molecular-biology techniques, including accurate pipetting, sample preparation, DNA extraction, PCR-based workflows, contamination control, and laboratory documentation.
• Ability to execute complex, multi-step workflows consistently while maintaining sample identity, chain of custody, data integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize routine testing, meet strict deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment with periodic high-volume demand.
• Ability to operate and understand laboratory equipment and to learn new instruments, software, protocols, and semi-technical procedures.
• Good computer skills, including data entry and routine use of Microsoft Office applications; ability to learn laboratory tracking, instrument, and genotyping-analysis software.
• Ability to recognize abnormal results or process deviations, document observations clearly, and seek technical guidance when appropriate.
• Ability to work independently within defined procedures and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional research team.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact cooperatively with supervisors, laboratory personnel, and research staff.
• Strong visual discrimination, manual dexterity, spatial perception, mathematical aptitude, and mechanical aptitude necessary for detailed laboratory work.
• Adaptability, reliability, and willingness to take on a broad range of laboratory responsibilities and changing work demands.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Monthly Wellness Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Philanthropic Giving Program
• Disability Insurance (plans vary by location)
• 401(k) Program + Company Match
• Profit Sharing Program (via 401(k))
• Holiday Bonus
• Performance Incentive Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 529 College‐Savings Plan
• Company-Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• 15 Paid Company Holidays
• 2 Floating Holidays
• Birthday Off