Laboratory Technician

About us: Jnana Farms is a gourmet and medicinal mushroom cultivation and processing operation, spanning multi-species mushroom cultivation, extract/tincture production, controlled-environment food crop research.We're a small, close-knit team at Jnana Farms, grounded in a strong belief in sustainability, natural products, and a holistic approach to healthThe role: Reporting to the Facility Head, the Lab Technician will support analytical quality control, batch documentation, and process operations across mushroom cultivation and downstream extraction workflows.

Responsibilities

Perform aseptic technique for spawn production, substrate inoculation, and culture maintenanceSupport dual-extraction tincture productionRun and maintain QC assaysMaintain accurate lab records within our formal SOP/document control systemGeneral lab upkeep: equipment calibration, maintenance, and inventory management

Requirements

Degree/diploma in microbiology, biotechnology, life sciences, or a related fieldWorking familiarity with aseptic/sterile techniqueComfort with standard lab instrumentation (balances, pH meters, autoclaves)Meticulous documentation habits; comfortable working within a structured SOP systemNice to have:Prior mushroom cultivation, fermentation, or natural products extraction experienceFamiliarity with FSSAI or food safety compliance.Why join us :Genuine work-life balance; we value sustainable, focused work over long hours.