NEW JOB OPENING
REGULATORY SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
IN Chesterfield, MO, USA!

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.



Required Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory operations, sample management, seed handling, agricultural research, inventory control, or a related technical environment.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.

• Comfortable managing repetitive tasks, multiple workflows, and changing priorities in a high-volume environment.

• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to accurately enter and maintain information in electronic systems.

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to recognize discrepancies, ask questions when needed, and communicate issues promptly.

• Ability to work in laboratory, warehouse, cooler, and controlled-environment settings as assigned.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and safely handle materials under varying work conditions.



Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GLP, EPA, USDA-APHIS, ISO, or other regulated or quality-controlled environments.

• Familiarity with laboratory sample tracking, electronic inventory systems, or controlled documentation.

• Experience with seed processing, aliquoting, sample preparation, milling, plant tissue handling, or greenhouse operations.

• Forklift experience for assignments involving warehouse inventory; forklift operation is preferred for those assignments, not required for every placement.



Summary

Seeking a detail-oriented Regulatory Science Resource Technician to support agricultural regulatory studies and laboratory operations at its Chesterfield, Missouri location. This hands-on role supports the receipt, tracking, storage, preparation, and distribution of seed and plant samples used in research and regulatory studies. Depending on departmental needs and your developing skills, you may work in laboratory, inventory, warehouse, or controlled-environment settings. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory, sample management, seed processing, or agricultural operations experience who enjoys structured work, follows procedures carefully, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.



Responsibilities

• Receive, label, inspect, organize, and inventory seed, plant parts, and other study materials.

• Store and retrieve samples from designated ambient, refrigerated, and frozen storage areas, including walk-in coolers and ultra-low-temperature storage units.

• Prepare and ship plant sampling kits and package seed materials for distribution.

• Prepare seed and plant samples for downstream molecular analysis and other laboratory studies.

• Assist with sample preparation using specialized milling equipment.

• Enter and maintain accurate sample, inventory, and study information in corporate databases and manual records.

• Support plant care, seed propagation, pollination, and tissue sampling in controlled-environment settings as assigned.

• Maintain required laboratory equipment documentation and follow established procedures for equipment use and care.

• Follow applicable EPA Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), USDA-APHIS, and other relevant regulatory requirements after training.

• Communicate with sample owners, laboratory analysts, and team members to coordinate priorities, resolve discrepancies, and meet study timelines.

• Follow all safety requirements, handling procedures, and standard operating procedures while maintaining accurate, traceable records.



***Drug screen & criminal background check will be required

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**