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Mendel's state-of-the-art gene discovery and plant growth facilities are situated in the San Francisco Bay area. We offer an exciting and challenging scientific environment plus an attractive package of salary, stock options, and benefits, including a 401(k) plan. EOE.

Current openings

• Research Associate 4 (Hayward, CA)
• Lab Assistant II (Hayward, CA)
• Lab Assistant - Plant Care (Hayward, CA)
• Full Time Laboratory Assistant (Hayward, CA)
• Research Associate (Hayward, CA)
• Research Scientist (Hayward, CA)

The Cell Biology group is seeking a BS/MS level Research Associate with a strong background in cell biology to join our technology team. As a member of this group, you will participate in development and implementation of methods for the creation of transgenic plants via tissue culture. Applicants should have a strong background in sterile technique, plant tissue culture, transformation, plant cultivation, phenotypic analysis and preferably some hands on experience with molecular biology-based analysis of transgenic plants. As a Research Associate 4 you will have the opportunity to be integrally involved in our exciting research programs aimed at developing new agricultural products. Experience with anther culture is highly desirable, though not required. Qualified applicants will be expected to have exceptional organizational and communication skills, and a desire to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design experiments and perform analysis and interpretation of results
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, written protocols
• Work closely with other teams to keep program operating efficiently
• Participate in presentations at team meetings

Qualifications:

• BS/MS in cell biology or a related biological science
• 8+ years of practical experience with several years of plant tissue culture experience
• Experience in Agrobacterium-mediated plant transformation, preferably with monocots
• Experience with anther culture would be a plus
• The ability to work in a team-oriented environment as well as independently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

To apply, please send a plain-text email with a cover letter, resume, salary requirements and contact information for three references (including phone number and email addresses) in the body of the email, to job05-12@mendelbio.com.

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SUMMARY:

Applicants must be responsible, reliable, and able to work both independently and with a group; applicants must also have a keen attention to details.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Growing and taking photos of experimental plant material
• Harvesting tissues and assisting with basic molecular biology tasks such as extracting; DNA and RNA
• Sterilizing and planting seeds
• Printing labels and labeling tubes and 96-well plates
• Extracting RNA with a Qiacube automated sample processing system
• Analyzing samples with a Nanodrop spectrophotometer
• Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Laboratory research experience and fine motor skills are required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• AA Degree preferred
• Experience in molecular biology is desirable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is required to walk. The employee frequently is required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

To apply, please send a plain-text email with a cover letter, resume, salary requirements and contact information for three references (including phone number and email addresses) in the body of the email, to job01-12@mendelbio.com.

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Mendel Biotechnology, Inc. invites applications for entry level, Part/Full Time Plant Care Assistant positions. The successful applicant will participate in caring for and growing experimental plant materials. Duties include pot filling, watering, staking, bagging, harvesting, processing seeds and all preparatory and clean-up steps involved.

Applicants must be responsible, reliable, able to work independently and with a group, and have a keen attention to details. Experience in Pest Management is desirable.

Applications, including the names and e-mail addresses of at least 2 references should be submitted to: job198@mendelbio.com

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Mendel Biotechnology, Inc. is seeking a full time Laboratory Assistants to join our research team in Hayward, CA. The candidate will provide research support maintaining our collection of experimental plants. Tasks include but are not limited to preparation of pots to grow plants, transplantation, fertilization and other aspects of plant growth management. The candidate should have good written and oral communication skills in English. They should be willing to learn work routines and research methods, meet deadlines, work with minimal supervision, and be self-motivated, flexible, and detail-oriented. The applicant should be a team player and be interested in professional development, have good time management skills, be patient, and be willing to take responsibility in making progress. Physical requirements include the ability to occasionally lift and handle up to 20 pounds.

Mendel's state-of-the-art gene discovery and plant growth facilities are situated in the San Francisco Bay area. We offer an exciting and challenging scientific environment plus an attractive package of salary, stock options, and benefits, including a 401(k) plan. Mendel is an equal opportunity employer.

Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S. To apply, please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references (including email addresses) to job194@mendelbio.com

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Mendel Biotechnology, Inc. is seeking Research Associates to join our research team in Hayward, CA. Candidates with a Bachelors degree and several years of laboratory experience are encouraged to apply. Job responsibilities include providing research support through data collection, database entry and data analysis. Other tasks include preparing samples for experimental research (including, e.g., sterilizing seed and transplanting plants to soil) and maintaining electronic notebooks. Previous experience working with plants, including making leaf gas-exchange measurements is desired, but not required. Candidates must have good written and oral communication skills in English and working knowledge of software packages related to the field of research, as well as competency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and the internet. They should be willing to learn work routines and research methods, meet deadlines, work with minimal supervision, and be self-motivated, flexible, and detail-oriented. The successful candidate will be a team player and be interested in professional development.

Mendel's state-of-the-art gene discovery and plant growth facilities are situated in the San Francisco Bay area. We offer an exciting and challenging scientific environment plus an attractive package of salary, stock options, and benefits, including a 401(k) plan. Mendel is an equal opportunity employer.

Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S. To apply, please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references (including email addresses) to job193@mendelbio.com

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Mendel Biotechnology, Inc. is seeking a Masters- or PhD-level researcher to join our research team in Hayward, CA. The successful candidate should have a broad range of training in the areas of plant physiology/biochemistry, and experience in nitrogen metabolism and mining of large data sets is preferred. Knowledge of basic biochemical tools (e.g. enzyme assays, Western blots) and prior experience with plant metabolomics (e.g. gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, high-performance liquid chromatography, thin layer chromatography) is also desired. The individual must have the ability to work across a diverse matrix of teams and must have excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Mendel's state-of-the-art gene discovery and plant growth facilities are situated in the San Francisco Bay area. We offer an exciting and challenging scientific environment plus an attractive package of salary, stock options, and benefits, including a 401(k) plan. Mendel is an equal opportunity employer.

Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S. To apply, please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references (including email addresses) to job192@mendelbio.com

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