Research Technologist - Life Sciences
Research Technologist - Life Sciences
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$ 42100 - 61000
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Laboratory of Marina Feric in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and Center for Eukaryotic Gene Regulation at the Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Research Technologist Life Sciences (Advanced Professional)/ Lab Manager. The Feric lab takes an interdisciplinary approach to uncover the biomolecular driving forces underlying the organization of the cell in the context of human health and agerelated diseases.
This position will be responsible for coordinating the ordering maintaining appropriate inventory storage and maintenance of supplies lab ware and instruments essential to the operation of the lab; Develop design and conduct one or more small or moderately complex research projects or experiments in line with plan reviews progress and evaluates results; Train users in equipment operation and research techniques explain and demonstrate technology and equipment capabilities operations limitations and outcomes; Author/coauthor on papers proposals presentations and reports; Participate in formulating research methods and suggesting options for improving quality and recommending solutions; identify problems and related technical issues leading to longterm solutions by identifying technical approaches for problem solving; Mentor and supervise assigned trainees in the development of technical scientific skills; and May be responsible for operation of a specialized research area or laboratory. Preferred experience includes protein purification cell culture and genetic engineering in addition to basic molecular/cell biology techniques. Ideal candidates will have experience training undergraduates graduates and postdocs as well as strong communication organizational and problemsolving skills. Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
This position typically requires a Bachelors degree or higher (Masters degree preferred) plus 7 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
This is a limited term position funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of refunding.
Our lab is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion efforts at Penn State and we encourage individuals who identify as members of groups historically underrepresented in STEM to apply.
This position will require successful completion of standard background checks.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity equity and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is:
$42100.00 $61000.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
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Employment Type
Full-Time
