Seed Pathology Lab Manager

Location: Modesto, California

Come join the winning team at Harris Moran Seed Company, a global leader in vegetable seed. As part of the world's largest independently owned seed company, we offer exciting careers full of challenge, diversity, and growth. 

HM is seeking a dynamic individual to lead and coordinate our Seed Pathology testing program. This position will require direct involvement in the daily testing activities as well as the overall management and direction of Seed Pathology. Responsibilities include to schedule, perform and monitor established Seed Health tests and develop and implement projects for new emerging Seed Pathogens. This position will work closely with other departments within HM on Seed Pathology issues, and interact with industry and university groups. This is a very practical hands-on position that will supply a testing service covering a wide array of different testing strategies. Research will be conducted only in the context of developing new and improved testing methods.

This position requires a B.S. Degree in one of the biological sciences with a minimum of 2 years direct experience in managing a service-oriented testing laboratory. Also required are excellent laboratory organizational skills, understanding of molecular testing methods, strong microbiology background, and plant culture under controlled environment. Supervisory experience required, good computer and database skills, ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, and good written and oral communications needed.

Harris Moran is an "at will" employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Drug Free Workplace.

Please send application and resume to:
Harris Moran
PO Box 4938
Modesto CA 95352
USA
or by e-mail to: hr@harrismoran.com