Tech Iii, Growth Facilities - Saskatoon, Canada - Nutrien

Nutrien

Verified Company

Saskatoon, Canada

6 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

At Nutrien, our Purpose is to
grow our world from the ground up and we do so with safety and integrity as our core values.

Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong.

We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, who are innovators in search of a better way, and who believe in inclusion.

Working at Nutrien Ag Solutions will provide you an opportunity to help us _Feed the Future, _and grow your career.

What you will do:

Demonstrate a strong commitment to the SH&E Safety program by assisting Lead Molecular Biologist and other team members in maintaining safety compliance as per Nutrien Ag Solutions SH&E policies. Follow safety policies, protocols, and procedures, and ensure a safe working environment for all team members
Using standardized operating procedures ensures that all material necessary for DNA extractions and genotyping services is prepared properly and on time
Work with the team to plan and organize weekly workflow efficiently to ensure completion of samples according to deadline. Seeks to understand sample priorities and makes good time management decisions
Completes weekly genotyping activities including DNA extractions, buffer/reagent preparation, PCR set up, PCR and analysis
Operates and maintains all lab automation equipment in support of genotyping activities
Troubleshoot and solve problems associated with equipment
Maintain proper records for lab process, instruments performance, documenting problem areas and communicate effectively with team members and manager
Assists with miscellaneous tasks such as cleaning, maintaining an organized lab supply inventory, and equipment maintenance procedures
Operates software programs such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Utilizes LIMS and genotyping database
Promotes sharing of information and a teamoriented spirit of collaboration
Crossfunctional collaboration by helping other groups including the DH, Growth Facilities and chemistry lab may be required from time to time as workload enables

What you will bring:

Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Biology, Plant Sciences or Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or a related field; experience may be considered in lieu of an education
Strong interpersonal effectiveness and personal leadership skills
Experience and demonstrated ability working in a molecular lab, ideally a high throughput genotyping lab with automation
Experience in automation systems for liquid handling and extraction processes preferred
Proficiency in MS Office
Experience with databases and LIMS
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively within a team environment
Excellent communication, exchanging ideas with colleagues, sharing the workload, and interacting with supervisors

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn suggested does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.