Cannabis Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory Technician Jobs

ABOUT ENDO

Endo is a queer, WOC-owned, legacy cannabis company that is building a predictive supply-chain ecosystem that helps operators scale reliable brands grounded in social equity, diversity and wellness through plant medicine.

We are passionate about supporting underrepresented communities and a lofty mission in normalizing plant medicine for human health.

Our unique business model will make big waves in cannabis in the years to come.

The Work Culture:
While we have been in the cannabis industry for over ten years, Endo has been consistently evolving to meet the ever changing cannabis market. As a scrappy, strategic and growing start-up, we value the ingenuity and passion of our team of dedicated cannabis experts. We work hard, have fun, and get things done.

Equity + Inclusion Statement:
We are committed to diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion within Endo Industries. We believe equity and diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, and ability at Endo Industries fosters innovation and makes us a stronger, better company.

Endo’s commitment to equity begins at providing employment opportunity to underrepresented people including but not limited to people of color, women, veterans, justice-impacted folks* and survivors of the War on Drugs.

ABOUT THE POSITION

We currently need an enthusiastic plant technician to maintain our plants in tissue culture (ex. trim plants and transfer into fresh growing media). Following training, most of this work will be completed on site independently. This is a great opportunity to learn about the art and science of plant tissue culture and how modern plant nurseries produce clean plants. Previous experience in this area is a plus, but not required.

The expectation for this job includes but is not limited to:
Responsibilities
Perform basic lab duties during shift including:

• Assess, trim, and transfer plants from old media into fresh media
• Perform inventory on plants and equipment/chemicals as requested
• Clean lab space as needed
• Lift up to 25 lbs

SKILLS + QUALIFICATIONS
Required:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented, has great dexterity and does not mind performing repetitive tasks
• Enjoys a comfortable working environment (seated most of the time), working independently (only employee on site), and listening to podcasts/music.
• Applicants must be 21+ years of age as the work site is within a licensed cannabis facility.
• Has a keen eye for detail, good dexterity, and is able to focus on a task for hours. We are looking for someone who has patience and finds satisfaction in the process of completing a job.

Plus:

• Has some experience working with plants or in a lab, though not required. We will train on site.

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced, equity applicants and formerly incarcerated candidates/justice-impacted people are encouraged to apply
• A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Schedule & Work Location:

Work Hours

• Full time
• 8:00AM - 4:00PM PST
• Monday - Friday
• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays occasionally although Endo prides ourselves with work/life balance

Location

• San Francisco’s Bayview District (Yosemite Ave + 3rd Street)
• Expected relocation to Richmond, CA in the following months

Work Environment

• Sterile lab requiring mostly independent work

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation

• FT at $18 - $20/hour depending on experience
• Room to increase wages based on performance

Benefits

• At this time we do not offer medical or retirement benefits
• Workplace / schedule flexibility depending on role
• Employee discount on products
• Professional development assistance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff are required to be vaccinated and boosted (unless there is a documented medical reason). Staff who are not vaccinated are required to wear masks.

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: One location

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We currently need an enthusiastic plant technician to maintain our plants in tissue culture (ex. trim plants and transfer into fresh growing media). Following training, most of this work will be completed on site independently. This is a great opportunity to learn about the art and science of plant tissue culture and how modern plant nurseries produce clean plants. Previous experience in this area is a plus, but not required.

About Endo:

Endo is a queer, WOC-owned, legacy cannabis company that is building a predictive supply-chain ecosystem that helps operators scale reliable brands grounded in social equity, diversity and wellness through plant medicine. We are passionate about supporting underrepresented communities and a lofty mission in normalizing plant medicine for human health. Our unique business model will make big waves in cannabis in the years to come.

The Ideal Candidate:

Applicants must be 21+ years of age as the work site is within a licensed cannabis facility.

This individual will need to have a keen eye for detail, good dexterity, and be able to focus on a task for hours. We are looking for someone who has patience and finds satisfaction in the process of completing a job.

Responsibilities:

Perform basic lab duties during shift including:

• Assess, trim, and transfer plants from old media into fresh media
• Perform inventory on plants and equipment/chemicals as requested
• Clean lab space as needed
• Lift up to 25 lbs
• Working under aseptic/sterile conditions
• Prepare media and feeding regime for samples
• Sample maintenance
• Inventory management
• Quality control duties
• Keep a clean working environment and monitoring lab supplies
• Performs other duties as assigned and assists other departments as required

Qualifications:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented and does not mind performing repetitive tasks
• Enjoys a comfortable working environment (seated most of the time), working independently (only employee on site), and listening to podcasts/music.
• Has some experience working in plant tissue culture labs, or labs in general, although not required (will train).

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED or college diploma

• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more

• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education

Location + Schedule:

• Hours are M-F, 8:30AM-5:00PM, with some flexibility if desired. (Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays occasionally though Endo Industries prides itself on work-life balance for its employees)
• San Francisco’s Bayview District

• Earnings: $18-20/hour, depending on experience.

The Work Culture:
While we have been in the industry for over ten years, Endo has been consistently evolving to meet the ever changing cannabis market. As a scrappy, strategic and growing start-up, we value the ingenuity and passion of our team of dedicated cannabis experts. We work hard, have fun, and get things done. Importantly, Endo prides itself on a work-life balance for our staff. We know our people do their best when they are excited to come to work, feel appreciated, and can pursue their passions. Our team shines when we are working together and supporting one another. We encourage staff to provide constant, ongoing weekly feedback on how supervisors can support them in their daily responsibilities. We believe in professional mentorship and we will work with you to help you achieve your professional development goals. There is room to grow with our company for the hard-working, savvy and dedicated!

Equity + Inclusion Statement:
We are committed to diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion within Endo Industries. We believe equity and diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, and ability at Endo Industries fosters innovation and makes us a stronger, better company. Endo’s commitment to equity begins at providing employment opportunities to underrepresented people including but not limited to people of color, women, veterans, the formerly incarcerated and survivors of the war on drugs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Fair Chance Hiring supported

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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We currently need an enthusiastic plant technician to maintain our plants in tissue culture (ex. trim plants and transfer into fresh growing media). Following training, most of this work will be completed on site independently. This is a great opportunity to learn about the art and science of plant tissue culture and how modern plant nurseries produce clean plants. Previous experience in this area is a plus, but not required.

About Endo:

Endo is a queer, WOC-owned, legacy cannabis company that is building a predictive supply-chain ecosystem that helps operators scale reliable brands grounded in social equity, diversity and wellness through plant medicine. We are passionate about supporting underrepresented communities and a lofty mission in normalizing plant medicine for human health. Our unique business model will make big waves in cannabis in the years to come.

The Ideal Candidate:

Applicants must be 21+ years of age as the work site is within a licensed cannabis facility.

This individual will need to have a keen eye for detail, good dexterity, and be able to focus on a task for hours. We are looking for someone who has patience and finds satisfaction in the process of completing a job.

Responsibilities:

Perform basic lab duties during shift including:

• Assess, trim, and transfer plants from old media into fresh media
• Perform inventory on plants and equipment/chemicals as requested
• Clean lab space as needed
• Lift up to 25 lbs
• Working under aseptic/sterile conditions
• Prepare media and feeding regime for samples
• Sample maintenance
• Inventory management
• Quality control duties
• Keep a clean working environment and monitoring lab supplies
• Performs other duties as assigned and assists other departments as required

Qualifications:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented and does not mind performing repetitive tasks
• Enjoys a comfortable working environment (seated most of the time), working independently (only employee on site), and listening to podcasts/music.
• Has some experience working in plant tissue culture labs, or labs in general, although not required (will train).

This Job Is:

• Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED or college diploma
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education

Location + Schedule:

• Hours are M-F, 8:30AM-5:00PM, with some flexibility if desired. (Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays occasionally though Endo Industries prides itself on work-life balance for its employees)
• San Francisco’s Bayview District
• Earnings: $18-20/hour, depending on experience.

The Work Culture:
While we have been in the industry for over ten years, Endo has been consistently evolving to meet the ever changing cannabis market. As a scrappy, strategic and growing start-up, we value the ingenuity and passion of our team of dedicated cannabis experts. We work hard, have fun, and get things done. Importantly, Endo prides itself on a work-life balance for our staff. We know our people do their best when they are excited to come to work, feel appreciated, and can pursue their passions. Our team shines when we are working together and supporting one another. We encourage staff to provide constant, ongoing weekly feedback on how supervisors can support them in their daily responsibilities. We believe in professional mentorship and we will work with you to help you achieve your professional development goals. There is room to grow with our company for the hard-working, savvy and dedicated!

Equity + Inclusion Statement:
We are committed to diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion within Endo Industries. We believe equity and diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, and ability at Endo Industries fosters innovation and makes us a stronger, better company. Endo’s commitment to equity begins at providing employment opportunities to underrepresented people including but not limited to people of color, women, veterans, the formerly incarcerated and survivors of the war on drugs.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees must be vaccinated or wear a mask.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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About us

The Terminus Bio mission is to provide innovative biotechnical services for hemp and cannabis nurseries, producers, and tissue culture laboratories. Cannabis agriculture is an emerging industry with unique demands and even more unique plants. It’s our goal to provide solutions that meet those unique goals.

Position Overview

The Repository Technician will be responsible for completing daily laboratory tasks that are essential to the hemp tissue culture repository operations as assigned by the Laboratory Manager. These tasks include: media preparation, plant culture induction, subcultures, sample management, performing genetic analysis, culture health assessment, general cleaning, accurate experiment notation, and in some cases, training of laboratory interns. The Repository Technician will work closely with the Repository Manager and Repository Team to ensure all goals are met, all protocols and equipment in the laboratory are functioning properly, and the laboratory remains clean. The laboratory technician will also be encouraged to actively participate and conduct independent and guided research as it relates to the company's R&D goals.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Ensure that media is prepared precisely and appropriately stored. Follow internal QC and logging procedures to ensure accuracy of processes, formulations, labels, etc.
• Perform essential in vitro culturing tasks, such as explant induction, subculturing of stock materials, and any other tasks assigned by the Repository Manager.
• Follow the plant production schedule established by the Repository Manager to ensure client needs are met in a timely manner.
• Maintain strict cleanliness, sterility, and organization of tissue culture laboratory areas.
• Follow lab entry/exit protocols and PPE standards.
• Keep efficient and accurate laboratory notes and records for reporting, analysis of performance, and compliance purposes.
• Strict adherence and maintenance of records in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Adhere to sterile technique protocols when working on laminar flow benches.
• Display highly effective organization and ability to maintain laboratory physical/digital records and documents.
• Perform maintenance, cleaning, storage, and sterilization of surgical tools, culture vessels, and other reusable laboratory equipment.

Communication

• Work effectively with the Repository Manager to ensure proper functioning and cleanliness of the facility.
• Efficient communication with other laboratory staff through standard communication and laboratory best practices.
• Illustrate a clear understanding of the chain of command to address and escalate issues within the lab to the Repository Manager.

Compliance

• Operate in compliance of laboratory operations with all local, state and federal regulations including those determined by MDAR and OSHA.
• Follow internal LIMS methods to ensure that all tasks are recorded.

Work Environment

The successful candidate will be expected to perform duties in a well-defined, cleanroom laboratory environment with some guidance from the Repository Manager. The Technician should be comfortable adhering to strict PPE protocols as they move throughout the facility to ensure sufficient cleanliness of sterile areas. The Repository Technician will be encouraged to define, explore, and investigate improvements to existing laboratory workflows and products as time allows from main duties. The Repository Technician will also be encouraged to assist the Repository Manager in developing new ideas and insights surrounding scientific advancement and workflow improvement, as well as conduct their own experiments, as time allows.

Supervision

• Works under the direct supervision of the Repository Manager

Working Conditions

• Able to use a computer, hand tools, and/or laboratory equipment while sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and move up to 30 pounds frequently.
• Comfortable working in sterile Laminar Air Flow hood and clean environments.

Job Qualifications

Work Experience and Knowledge

• One to three years of prior experience in a related industry or work environment.
• Preferred exposure to aseptic workflows, clean work environments, or sterile technique.
• Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and Google Drive.
• Organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a distributed team of managers and associates.

Education

• BS degree in biology, horticulture, agriculture, or a related field preferred.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

To Apply: Please submit a 1) Cover letter 2) Resume and 3) Professional References

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory TechnicianLocation: Bayview District in San Francisco, CA

Position: Part/Full Time

Endo Industries is seeking a multi-faceted plant tissue culture lab technician who is curious and motivated to advance a varietal development program for cannabis and hemp. Our company is comprised of long-time cannabis entrepreneurs with a wealth of knowledge and resources in the cannabis space. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a rapidly growing cannabis and hemp company and passionate team.

As a laboratory technician you will assist in maintaining our plant tissue culture lab. Duties include, but are not limited to, performing high-level micropropagation inductions, transfers and general maintenance.Responsibilities

• Propagate plants by strictly following established tissue culture plant production protocols
• Execute assigned research experiments to optimize processes

Working under aseptic/sterile conditions

• Prepare media and feeding regime for samples
• Sample maintenance
• Inventory management
• Quality Control duties
• Keep a clean working environment and monitoring lab supplies
• Performs other duties as assigned and assists other departments as required

Qualifications

• Experience in Horticulture, Microbiology, Plant Biology, Cell Biology or related field with 1-3 yrs. experience ideal
• Experience with sterile/aseptic techniques
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks with both hands with manual dexterity
• Strong computer skills - Microsoft Office suite, Smartsheet, Slack
• Highly independent, proactive and self-motivated
• Ability to understand tasks and goals and have situational awareness
• Must be detail-oriented, organized, a self-starter, dependable/reliable
• Fast learner, problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and record keeping skills
• Strong ability to understand and follow implicit instructions
• Ability to work 40 hours/week on a regular schedule (8 hours/day)
• Ability to work overtime as required (including weekends and holidays)

Earnings: $18-22/hour, depending on experience. Ability for a raise/promotion is available after our probationary period. Health benefits to follow after probationary period.

Endo Industries is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or other applicable characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $18.00 to $22.00 /hour

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)
• plant tissue culture: 1 year (Preferred)
• plant biology: 1 year (Preferred)

Location:

• San Francisco, CA 94124 (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Working days:

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Thursday
• Friday

Typical start time:

• 8AM

Typical end time:

• 5PM

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail

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