Pathology Technician

The North America R&D Flowers team is currently seeking a Pathology Technician located in Gilroy, California.  

Role purpose

• Provide the technical support of plant disease diagnosis, especially sample processing and plant inoculation
• Maintain microbial cultures for disease diagnosis and breeding trait development
• Perform disease resistant trait development in greenhouse and growth chamber
• Support other R&D activity in Pathology and Breeding team as assigned

Accountabilities

• Conduct plant assay tests independently
• Maintain plant pathogen collections for plant disease diagnosis and trait development
• Perform evaluation of disease sensitivity
• Work with the Breeding Team to identify and evaluate disease resistant
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision in the laboratory
• Work collaboratively on a regular basis with other R&D and Operation team members
• Follow compliance with laws and regulations of plant pests (USDA-APHIS, CDFA, County), laboratory safety, and chemical use
• Utilize all good hygiene/sanitation practices employed in the lab and greenhouse
• Track consumable inventory required for activities and submit purchase request to Trial Support Administrator
• Maintain clean laboratory work areas and supplies, including plastic consumables such as pipette tips and petri dishes, and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain detailed records as required and requested
• Support preventative maintenance and annual lab equipment calibration.
• Ability to work with other research associates for disease diagnosis and trait development.
• Enjoy new challenges and learn new techniques as needed.

Syngenta Flowers North America is one of the largest wholesale breeders of hybrid flower seed and cuttings in the world – developing and producing flower seeds and cuttings for growers internationally.
Syngenta Flowers is dedicated to the breeding innovative flower varieties that offer outstanding performance in the professional greenhouse, at retail, in the landscape and in the home garden. In addition to legendary genetics, we support industry professionals with world-class customer service, in-depth cultural information, flexible and exciting marketing programs, and a deep understanding of plants from many points of view.
Syngenta Flowers has garnered more than 35 international awards for introducing hybrid annuals to the world, including such garden mainstays as Calliope® Interspecific Geraniums, Diabunda™ Dianthus, Endurio™ Violas, Sparkler™ Cleome, and Magellan™ Zinnias. 

https://www.syngentaflowers-us.com/

Critical knowledge

• B.S. degree or equivalent in Biology or Agriculture
• Relevant knowledge of plant pathology, microbiology, plant science, and horticulture.

Critical experience

• At least 1 years of work experience working in biological laboratory and greenhouse.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

• Ability to translate diagnosis results and technical information
• Excellent communication skills (written/verbal)

What We Offer:

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Generous Vacation Policy in addition to paid holidays.
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs and Corporate Discounts among other benefits.
• Salary $49,000 - 61,000 plus bonus
• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.

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Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.