R&D Lab Technician II/III

At Weyerhaeuser, our most valued resources aren’t just the trees and timberlands we oversee. Our employees are the real reason we’ve been in business for over 100 years. Their skill and ingenuity have made Weyerhaeuser one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of wood products in the world. Discover your career path at Weyerhaeuser! Position Overview: Work in a team supporting early implementation of production systems for somatic embryogenesis of tree species. This is a key technology for long-term improvement of sustained yield from commercial forest lands. Work will be in tissue culture laboratories, including clean-room/sterile environments, and mostly routine in nature. Position may evolve as changing methods and equipment are developed for scale facility and desirable candidates will be flexible and adaptable to change.  Initial assignments will include pilot scale production work including executing numerous sterile procedures while those procedures are being adapted to increased scale.   Key Functions: Sterile transfer of tissue samples, media and stock preparation, preparation of sterile supplies and glassware, maintenance of lab equipment and facilities, and operation of developmental equipment. The following qualifications are REQUIRED: -Degree or vocational certificate in biology, horticulture, chemistry, or a related field, and/or four years experience with detailed lab work -Ability to work safely-Strong communication skills -Ability to tolerate ambiguity of job responsibilities and diverse work environments -Ability to adapt to changing priorities / new procedures -Strong organizational and documentation skills -Ability to work independently as well as part of a team -Willing to carry out often repetitive and detailed procedures accurately, reliably, and with care -Good interpersonal skills and willingness to support other team members -Ability to be flexible to varying working conditions and assignments The following qualifications are DESIRED:- Laboratory safety experience, including familiarity with MSDS-Experience with sterile techniques-Experience preparing complex chemical media and knowledge of basic chemistry and techniques-Familiarity with common laboratory instruments and devices-First aid certification -Mechanical inclinations & ability to troubleshoot temperamental equipment -Experience with Microsoft Office products  Weyerhaeuser is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. *Disclaimer: Weyerhaeuser shall not be liable for the content or any errors or omissions in the information provided in the section "A friend sent you a message". Conclusions drawn from such information are the responsibility of the user.  To release the potential in you, visit weyerhaeuser.com/careers