Julien Colombet

Biology, Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Plant Biology, Laboratory

My educational background primarily lies in biology, agronomy, microbiology, and plant biology. Through various experiences in private and public laboratories, with a focus on phytopathology, I have gained proficiency in several laboratory techniques, including microbiology and molecular biology. Additionally, I possess knowledge in agronomy, plant care, and general plant biology. 

I enjoy hands-on work and being present in the laboratory, greenhouse, or fields. Simultaneously, I appreciate having a comprehensive view of projects and participating in data analysis and project discussions. I have undergone safety and security training in Switzerland, and I am accustomed to working in controlled NS2 environments. I value teamwork and effective communication with colleagues and superiors.

I possess a cheerful and sociable disposition, and I am committed to fostering a safe and pleasant working environment for my colleagues. I am highly motivated and ready to do whatever it takes to achieve a new work-life balance in a field that I am genuinely passionate about.

Thank you for considering my profil, and please do not hesitate to reach out if you require any further information. 

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - PLANT PATHOLOGIST, PUREGENE AG ZEININGEN (SWITZERLAND)
September 2022 to April 2023

R&D lab - Cannabis plant pathology - Daniel Carrera

• Diagnostic management (Fungus, bacteria, insects, viruses etc. on Cannabis)
• Project management and security officer
• Varietal tests resistance (HpLVD, Fusarium)
• Molecular biology (ADN/ARN extraction, PCR/qPCR, sanger analyses)

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, HM.CLAUSE ANGERS (FRANCE)
February 2019 to March 2022
Trait & Technology - Pathology

• Diagnostic management (Fungus, bacteria, insects, viruses etc. on differents species)
• Varietal resistance tests (ToBRFV, Alternaria, Downy Mildew etc.)
• Molecular biology (ADN/ARN extraction, PCR/qPCR, sanger analyses, cloning)

RESEARCH ENGINEER, INRA GRIGNON (FRANCE)
February to July 2018 - 6 months
UMR BIOGER - Ms C. Pope/ Mr M. Leconte

• Test on the infection capacity and latency period of Puccinia striiformis depending on temperature
• DNA extraction (for pathotyping)

RESEARCH ENGINEER, INRA BORDEAUX (FRANCE)
April to August 2017 - 5 months
UMR SAVE - Ms MF. Corio-Costet/ Ms MC Dufour

• Powdery Mildew multiplication and sensitivity testing to fungicides (under sterile conditions)
• CYP51 Gene DNA extraction, amplification (qPCR) and sequencing (mutation identification and linkage to biological tests)
   

ASSISTANT ENGINEER - INTERNSHIP - CTIFL BERGERAC (FRANCE)
March to July 2016 - 5 months
Virology Laboratory - Mr Y. Brans

• Plant viroid extraction and detection method development
• Sample collection, RNA extraction, PCR
   

TECHNICIAN - INTERNSHIP - ANSES ANGERS (FRANCE)
March to June 2015 - 4 months

ANSES (Cofraq quality accredited laboratory) - Mr. P. Gentit

• Plant pathogenic viruses detection method development and validation (RT-PCR)
• RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, PCR
• Plant production and organic indexing (greenhouses)
   

BACHELOR OF HONOR IN PLANT SCIENCE AND PRODUCTION
Rennes university / Agro-campus - 2015-2016

• Plant Biology, plant pathology, molecular biology, genetics

PROFESSIONAL DEGREE IN PLANT HEALTH MANAGEMENT
Angers university / Agro-campus - 2014-2015

• Bacteriology, mycology, virology, Bio-aggressors knowledge, resistance mechanisms, alternative control methods, genetics, biochimie

TWO-YEAR UNIVERSITY DEGREE IN TECHNOLOGY BIOLOGIE ENGINEERING, AGRONOMY OPTION
Toulouse university - 2012-2014

• Biology, Microbiology, Plant Biology, Nutrition, Ecology, Genetics, Biochimie