Lab Assistant

Little Acre Gourmet Mushrooms
Brisbane, QLD
A$30 p/h
Science & Technology → Laboratory & Technical Services
Casual
On-site

Posted 11 days ago


Are you curious about fungi, science, and working in an emerging industry?
Join our team at Little Acre – Australia’s leading producer of gourmet mushroom growing kits and mushroom spawn. We’re on the lookout for a detail-oriented Lab Assistant to help with the production of our mushroom growing products. This is a casual role with 1–2 shifts per week, ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on lab experience in a unique field.

Key Responsibilities:

Mushroom Block & Grow Kit Production:

Inoculate sterilised substrate blocks with mushroom spawn

Shake bags to promote even mycelial growth

Media & Culture Preparation:

Prepare and sterilise agar media and liquid culture media

Pour agar plates and extract colonised liquid culture into syringes

Monitor mycelial growth and transfer colonised grain spawn into cold storage

Maintain accurate records of inventory movements

Lab Hygiene & General Duties:

Follow strict cleaning and sterilisation protocols

Maintain exceptional cleanliness in lab and cleanroom environments

Support other lab and production tasks as directed

Uphold WHS policies at all times

What We’re Looking For:

High attention to detail and ability to follow procedures

Comfortable working in a sterile lab environment

Reliable and punctual

A team player

Previous experience in lab work or mushroom cultivation is a bonus, but not essential

Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to gain experience in an innovative, science-based agricultural industry while working in a small business environment. You'll be part of a business that values precision, curiosity, and teamwork.

Apply now via SEEK with your resume and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role.


About Little Acre Gourmet Mushrooms

Brisbane, QLD, Australia

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