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Archer Daniels Midland

$19 - $25.25/hr

Prepare plant tissue culture and microbiological media * Perform standard lab work and testing involving set-up, sample clean-up, and operation of basic lab equipment * Monitor cultures for ...

ASR Group

Tissue Culture Lab Laborer

Belle Glade, FL · On-site

Florida Crystals Corporation is a fully integrated cane sugar company. Florida Crystals regeneratively farms sugarcane and rice in South Florida, where it owns two sugar mills, a sugar refinery, a ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Laboratory Technician

Johnston, IA · On-site

$22/hr

Processing samples under sterile lab conditions. * Measuring, imaging, and analyzing experimental results. * Coordinating sampling and preparing of samples as needed. * Execute plant tissue culture ...

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How much do freelance plant tissue culture lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance plant tissue culture lab in the United States is $17.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Plant Tissue Culture Lab vs Plant Propagation Technician?

AspectFreelance Plant Tissue Culture LabPlant Propagation Technician
CredentialsTypically requires knowledge of tissue culture techniques, certifications varyOften requires horticulture or related certifications
Work EnvironmentIndependent, often home-based or contracted labsNurseries, greenhouses, or research facilities
Industry UsageUsed by researchers, biotech firms, and hobbyistsUsed by nurseries, botanical gardens, and farms

The Freelance Plant Tissue Culture Lab focuses on providing specialized tissue culture services independently, often working remotely or on contract. In contrast, a Plant Propagation Technician works within a nursery or greenhouse setting, primarily involved in growing and maintaining plants through propagation methods. Both roles require plant biology knowledge but differ in work environment and scope.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Plant Tissue Culture Lab job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,358 per year, or $18 per hour.

Tissue Culture Lab Research Associate II - Research and Breeding Greenhouse

Driscoll's, Inc.

Watsonville, CA • On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

About the Opportunity The Tissue Culture Lab Research Associate II is responsible for leading plant tissue culture production activities, optimizing workflow efficiency, troubleshooting laboratory issues, and ensuring highquality output across all stages of micropropagation. This role supervises daily operations within the tissue culture laboratory and collaborates crossfunctionally with teams including breeding, nursery, operations, clean stock, and plant health.
This position is highly handson, supporting the full cycle of production from explant initiation through in vitro multiplication, rooting, and the successful transfer of plantlets to the greenhouse. The Research Associate II will also contribute to data collection, reporting, protocol optimization, and may participate in experimental design as needed. Responsibilities

Fulfill production demands while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

Adhere to SOPs and assist in setting up smallscale trials designed to improve laboratory efficiency and workflow.

Supervise, guide, and direct tissue culture team members to complete daily tasks accurately and in a timely manner.

Perform tissue culture initiations, subcultures, and transfers needed for plantlet production across all micropropagation stages.

Monitor cultures to identify contamination or growth irregularities and report issues promptly.

Prepare and manage media, supplies, and materials required for ongoing production.

Maintain accurate records of production activities, batch numbers, and culture performance.

Ensure proper operation and cleanliness of laminar flow hoods, autoclaves, and other laboratory equipment.

Duties require manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently.

Assist in greenhouse-based trials

Uphold the confidentiality of Driscoll's financial, proprietary, and employee information.

Represent Driscoll's in a manner consistent with the company's Mission and Values in all internal and external interactions.

Perform other duties as assigned. This job description reflects the general nature of the work performed and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. All positions include broad responsibilities for contributing to ongoing improvement of processes used to support product development.

    Candidate Profile

A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant handson experience in plant tissue culture with strong proficiency in aseptic techniques.
BS in Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Science, Biology, or a closely related field.
Supervisory experience in a laboratory setting, with the ability to lead, motivate, and train the tissue culture laboratory team.
Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
Analytical and problemsolving skills sufficient to identify issues and participate in developing solutions.
Ability to work in both laboratory and greenhouse environments, including extended periods at laminar flow hoods and in climatecontrolled areas.
Selfmotivated with strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions, accept direction, and collaborate effectively with others.
Must have excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills.Word, Outlook, and Power Point, proficient.
California driver's license and the ability to be covered under company-sponsored vehicle insurance program.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with commercial scale micropropagation, including high-volume production workflows.
Familiarity with plant pathology, media optimization, or acclimatization of in vitro plantlets.
Experience using production tracking systems or other laboratory data collection tools.

Compensation & Benefits

The following information is provided in good faith as a general description of the salary range and benefits for the position posted. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate is dependent upon experience, skills, education, work location, internal pay equity, and other objective job-related factors.

Salary Range estimated for the Tissue Culture Lab Research Associate II - Research and Breeding Greenhouse role:$76,810.00/year to $98,000.00 USD.

Driscoll's is committed to a culture of care and offers an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. Other benefits include: 401(k) with employer match, profit-sharing participation, paid sick time, paid vacation, paid personal and family care leave, and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP). More detailed information regarding the benefits package, will be shared during the application process.

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