Experience Required
2 Years
Salary Range
30,000-50,000THB
Career Level
Non-Managerial
Required Qualifications
<ul><li>Experience in plant gene editing (CRISPR/Cas) optional.</li><li>Familiarity with binary vectors (e.g., pCAMBIA, pBI121).</li><li>Knowledge of greenhouse and transgenic plant growth management.</li><li>Experience working under GLP/GMP or in regulat

Job Description

Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand

Languages Required: Fluent in Thai and English

Employment Type: Full-time, On-site

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Plant Tissue Culture Specialist with expertise in Agrobacterium-mediated transformation. The candidate will develop, optimize, and execute tissue culture protocols and genetic transformation strategies for various plant species to support research in plant biotechnology and genetic engineering.

Team

Join a small professional team collaborating with Thai and international colleagues; the role suits someone who thrives on precision tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain in vitro plant tissue cultures, including callus induction, organogenesis, and somatic embryogenesis.
  • Perform Agrobacterium tumefaciens-mediated transformation of model and/or crop plants.
  • Regenerate transgenic plants and conduct molecular screening (PCR, qPCR, GUS/GFP assays).
  • Maintain sterile culture conditions and manage growth room/greenhouse facilities for explant propagation and plant recovery.
  • Document protocols, maintain accurate lab records, and contribute to project reports and data analysis.
  • Ensure adherence to biosafety, GMO handling, and institutional regulatory guidelines.
  • Communicate clearly in English, follow instructions accurately, and demonstrate a strong work ethic.


Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Performance-based bonuses and pay increases.
  • Access to a team of researchers and professional development.
  • One-year contract with possible extension.


Schedule:

  • Five days per week (MondayFriday).
  • Approximately 78 hours per day.


Location Requirement:

Candidates must be located in Chiang Mai (Hang Dong) and able to work on-site in the laboratory.

Requirements & Skills

  • Master's or PhD in Plant Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Plant Science, or related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in plant tissue culture and Agrobacterium-based transformation.
  • Proficiency with model plants (e.g., Arabidopsis, tobacco) and/or monocot species (e.g., Monstera).
  • Strong knowledge of transformation vectors, selectable markers, and plant regeneration protocols.
  • Experience with molecular screening techniques for transgene integration and expression (PCR, qPCR, reporter assays).
  • Ability to troubleshoot contamination, low transformation rates, and regeneration issues.
  • Excellent documentation, organizational, and communication skills.

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