Lab Assistant II (Greenhouse)
TR/080289
Posted: 16/12/2025
- $23.50 - $27 per hour, Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental
- United States, North Carolina, Durham
- Contract
Laboratory Assistant II
$23.50 - $27/hr medical benefits available at a cost
6 month initial contract with possibility of extension
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC
Orion Group and our client a global Agriscience company are teaming up for an exciting contract opportunity! We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to work in a greenhouse environment out of Research Triangle Park in North Carolina!
Don’t pass on this amazing opportunity!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Insect Rearing (Primary Focus)
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
$23.50 - $27/hr medical benefits available at a cost
6 month initial contract with possibility of extension
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC
Orion Group and our client a global Agriscience company are teaming up for an exciting contract opportunity! We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to work in a greenhouse environment out of Research Triangle Park in North Carolina!
Don’t pass on this amazing opportunity!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Insect Rearing (Primary Focus)
- Support research operations through insect colony maintenance and greenhouse trial assistance under the direct supervision of a lead scientist.
- Rear and maintain fall armyworm and corn rootworm colonies in controlled environmental conditions (warm, humid environments)
- Plant and maintain corn in rearing containers using appropriate soil media
- Collect and handle insects at various life stages
- Prepare specialized insect diets following established protocols
- Monitor colony health and development daily
- Maintain accurate records of rearing activities in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- Assist with root harvest operations
- Wash and prepare root samples for evaluation
- Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment post-harvest
- Document trial data accurately and completely
- Follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols
- Maintain organized and clean work environments
- Communicate observations and issues to supervising scientist
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions
- Bachelors degree preferred.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to follow precise instructions and maintain accurate records
- Manual Dexterity: Comfortable handling small insects and delicate plant materials
- Reading Comprehension: Ability to read, understand, and execute written protocols
- Data Entry: Proficiency with computer systems and LIMS databases
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication with team members
- Physical Stamina: Ability to work in warm, humid conditions and perform repetitive tasks
- Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Physical Requirements require the ability to stand for extended periods as well as tolerance for warm and humid working conditions.
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
Justin Mertel
Recruitment Consultant
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