Overview
PreFer Industries Ltd. is a biotechnology company focused on plant genetic engineering and molecular farming to produce valuable recombinant proteins in plants. We use molecular biology, genetic engineering, plant transformation, and tissue culture technologies to develop innovative plant-based production systems.
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Laboratory Technician with strong hands-on experience in gene cloning and plant tissue culture to join our research and development team. The ideal candidate is comfortable performing laboratory experiments independently, troubleshooting protocols, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to ongoing plant biotechnology projects.
Key Responsibilities
1- Gene cloning and molecular biology
· Design,assemble, clone, and verify gene constructs.
· Perform DNA extraction, plasmid preparation, PCR/qPCR, gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformation, and clone screening.
· Troubleshoot cloning challenges, optimize molecular biology protocols, and prepare verified plasmids for plant genetic transformation.
2- Plant tissue culture and genetic transformation
· Perform plant tissue culture, including media preparation, sterilization, explant preparation, and aseptic culture maintenance.
· Conduct plant regeneration, including shoot induction, rooting, acclimatization, and plant genetic transformation, particularly Agrobacterium-mediated transformation.
· Optimize tissue culture and regeneration protocols, troubleshoot contamination and growth issues, and establish regenerated plants in soil or suitable growth substrates.
Qualifications and Requirements
· Bachelor's or master's degree in plant biotechnology, molecular biology, plant biology, genetics, or a related field.
· 3–4 years of hands-on laboratory experience in gene cloning, molecular biology, plant tissue culture, and plant regeneration.
· Strong practical skills in PCR/qPCR, DNA extraction, plasmid preparation, molecular cloning, aseptic techniques, and tissue culture media preparation.
· Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot experiments, optimize protocols, work independently, and maintain accurate laboratory records.
We offer
- Full-time employment
- Competitive base salary
- Comprehensive Benefits package
- RRSP match
- A dynamic and engaging work environment
- Career development opportunities
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a brief cover letter describing their hands-on experience in gene cloning and plant tissue culture as well as your references who can endorse your expertise.
Accepting applicants from Canada without need for company sponsorship to work.
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Equal opportunity
At Prefer Industries, we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Prefer Industries is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
