Laboratory Research Technologist

• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Mitchell lab in the Department of Entomology is seeking a Laboratory Research Technologist to assist with laboratory research on the chemical ecology of insects. The technologist will perform experiments involving the discovery and function of pheromones andchemoreceptors, train personnel in relevant laboratory protocols, and assist in managing the daily operations of the laboratory.

The Laboratory Research Technologist's primary duties include:

• Perform experiments and analyze data related to laboratory research in chemical ecology, including but not limited to field collection of insect specimens; extraction of insect-derived compounds; purification and sequencing of nucleic acids; genomic annotation of gene families; and functional expression of chemoreceptor proteins.

• Assist in maintaining laboratory resources, including research instrumentation, live insects, and repositories of genomic sequence data.

• Develop standard operating procedures for laboratory techniques and provide training for graduate and undergraduate students.

• Order laboratory supplies and reagents; ensure laboratory safety and compliance; maintain records of such.

This is a limited term position funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of refunding.

Education and Experience:

This position requires a bachelor's degree and 1 or more years of relevant experience in laboratory research and molecular/cellular biology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belongingthat supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages theeducational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of thecommunity thrive.We value belonging as a core strength and anessential element of the university's teaching, research, and servicemission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: