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Plant Trials Assistant

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Plant Trials Assistant Position Summary: Plant Trials Assistant supports the successful execution ... breeder codes, ensuring accuracy and consistency. • Create work orders for incoming trials and ...

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As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for plant breeding assistant in the United States is $85,100.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $101,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Plant Breeding Assistants are professionals who support plant breeders in developing new and improved plant varieties. Their responsibilities include preparing and planting seeds, collecting and recording data on plant growth and traits, pollinating flowers, and assisting with experiments in fields or greenhouses. They play a key role in helping plant breeders achieve research goals and improve crop yields, disease resistance, and other desirable characteristics. Plant Breeding Assistants work in agricultural research institutions, seed companies, and universities.

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To thrive as a Plant Breeding Assistant, you need a background in plant science or agriculture, familiarity with genetics, and basic laboratory or fieldwork experience. Proficiency in data collection tools, greenhouse management systems, and sometimes statistical software is commonly required. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate data collection, successful collaboration, and support for breeding programs that drive agricultural innovation.

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Plant Breeding Assistants often encounter challenges such as unpredictable weather, managing large volumes of data, and ensuring accurate pollination and labeling of plants. Adapting to changing field conditions requires flexibility and proactive communication with supervisors and team members. Staying organized with meticulous record-keeping and using digital tools can help manage data efficiently. Additionally, collaborating closely with plant breeders and technicians ensures that tasks are completed accurately and any issues are promptly addressed.
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Infographic showing various Plant Breeding Assistant job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $85,100 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

Tissue Culture Lab Technician (1st Shift)

Ohalo

South San Francisco, CA • On-site

$29.50/hr

Full-time

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

Job description

Position: Tissue Culture Lab Technician
Shift: 1st Shift (7am - 3pm)
Location: South San Francisco
Type: Full-time
Desired start date: ASAP
The Opportunity:
Ohalo Genetics is seeking a highly motivated technician to work in the area of micropropagation and plant tissue culture. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, enthusiastic about hands-on work, and responsible. Prior experience in a sterile work environment, plant breeding or plant tissue culture laboratory is a plus, but is not required. The Lab Technician will assist in specific duties to ensure the overall success of the plant tissue culture laboratory. This role will involve additional responsibilities related to lab operations, plant inventory maintenance, and process development. This role is not limited to only lab work, and offers opportunities to contribute to various aspects of our lab's growth.
Responsibilities:
  • Micropropagation and meristem isolation
  • Routine transfer of plant cells or plant tissue cultures materials within communicated specifications and quality standards
  • Media preparation and dispensing in accordance with established specifications
  • Labeling culture vessels
  • Autoclaving
  • Cleaning lab materials and lab equipment
  • Ensures the safe keeping of propriety varieties and confidential information
  • Follows company policies and practices while representing Ohalo in an ethical and businesslike manner in all interactions with employees and external parties
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Lab Leadership Team

Candidate Profile:
  • Candidates should enjoy working with plants!
  • Relevant work experience in plant tissue culture is a plus, but on the job training will be offered to otherwise qualified candidates
  • Must be detail-oriented, good at keeping record of activities and generally well-organized and self-motivated
  • Ability to take a proactive approach to routine tasks
  • Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to ask clarifying questions
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment with multiple departments
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on intermittent basis and possess the ability to sit for extended periods of time
  • Candidate must prioritize safety

Below is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience, education, skillset, and other relevant qualifications. This range is for the South San Francisco, California location and may be adjusted to the labor market in other geographic areas.
Anticipated Compensation: $29.50/hr
About Ohalo:
Ohalo™ aims to accelerate evolution to unlock nature's potential. Founded in 2019, Ohalo develops novel breeding systems and improved plant varieties that help farmers grow more food with fewer natural resources, increasing the yield, resiliency, and genetic diversity of crops to sustainably feed our population. Ohalo's breakthrough technology, Boosted Breeding™, will usher in a new era of improved productivity to radically transform global agriculture. For more information, visit www.ohalo.com.
Notes: If you previously applied for a job at Ohalo Genetics, we encourage you to restate your interest in the position by submitting your application.
Ohalo is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Ohalo is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
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