Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in molecular biology, biotechnology, animal science, cell biology, genetics, biomedical sciences, veterinary sciences, aquatic biology or related disciplines

• Two years of relevant experience with a degree or four years of relevant experience with a diploma

• Strong laboratory experience in molecular biology and biotechnology workflows

• Experience in sterile tissue culture techniques

• Knowledge of molecular biology methods (PCR, nucleic acid extraction, gel electrophoresis)

• Experience handling biological samples and laboratory equipment

• Ability to maintain detailed laboratory records

• Good understanding of biosafety and laboratory quality systems

• Experience with stem cell culture or organoid systems

• Experience in cryopreservation and biobanking

• Familiarity with livestock or aquatic genetic resources

• Knowledge of genomics or sequencing workflows

• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS)

• Familiarity with ABS, DSI, or biodiversity governance frameworks

• Provide logistical support for field activities, including sampling and processing

• Support laboratory operations and the establishment of primary cell line cultures

• Maintain and monitor stem cell cultures and biobanked cell lines to ensure quality and viability

• Perform organoid differentiation in line with established protocols

• Conduct biobanking activities, including cryopreservation and sample storage

• Conduct molecular biology analyses and support cellular characterization processes

• Maintain accurate data records and support data management and Digital Sequence Information (DSI) processes

• Ensure compliance with project documentation requirements, laboratory biosafety standards, and quality assurance protocols

• Support capacity building initiatives and collaborate effectively with WorldFish and NARS project partners

• Support stakeholder engagement activities, including training sessions and outreach initiatives

• Implement and promote adherence to biosafety and ethical research protocols

• Contribution to manuscripts and publications drafting

• Perform any other related duties as may be required