Job Description

Who we are



Organigram Global is a leading global licensed producer shaping the future of cannabis through innovation, operational excellence, and a growing international presence. Founded in 2013 as a medical cannabis provider, we have evolved into one of Canada's most trusted names in the adult-use recreational market - home to some of the country's top-performing brands including SHRED, Boxhot, Big Bag o' Buds, Edison, Monjour, Debunk, Rizzlers and Trailblazer.

Our operations span four provinces and are purpose-built for category leadership across multiple product formats.

Our Moncton, New Brunswick facility is a centre of excellence for indoor cannabis cultivation, R&D, and advanced automation. In Lac-Superieur, Quebec, we focus on premium flower and traditional hash production. Our Winnipeg, Manitoba site is a highly automated facility dedicated to edibles & beverage manufacturing. Our Aylmer, Ontario facility specializes in the production of infused pre-rolls and features automated vape filling capabilities.

Research Assistant - Molecular Biology

Location:

Moncton, NB

Status:

Full-time (8 AM -5 PM Monday-Friday)

Reports to:

Plant Science Manager



Join our Plant Science Department as a Research Assistant in Molecular Biology, where you will play a vital role in laboratory, bioinformatics, and plant work to support horticulture, breeding, and biotechnology research related to Organigram Cannabis production.



We are looking for a self-starter who takes initiative and exhibits strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills and maintain a positive, professional attitude in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities:

Design and use of molecular markers for marker-assisted selection Sample collection for third party analysis DNA extraction and sequence analysis Routine plant science tasks (e.g., watering, cloning, HPLC collection) Basic microbiology and pathology tasks including fungal, bacterial, and viral identification

Qualifications:

MSc or BSc + 2 years experience in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field Experience in molecular biology techniques: DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, nucleic acid gel electrophoresis, etc Familiarity with bioinformatics: primer design, gene cloning, comparative genomics, statistical analysis, etc Proficiency in software applications such as MS Office, Geneious, and Python/R Ability to obtain and maintain Security Clearance as per ACMP requirements Strong written and oral communication skills in English Exceptional attention to detail and a willingness to learn Capacity to manage projects with multiple work streams, both independently and collaboratively

Thank you for your interest in Organigram.



Organigram is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment practices, and we invite the opportunity to discuss any accommodation needs required throughout the hiring process. Please email us at internalrecruiting@organigram.ca and include the following: Job posting title, your name and contact information and your preferred method of contact.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.