Lab Coordinator (tick Research Facility) - Huck Institutes Of The Life Sciences

Penn State

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
Base: $56,200.00 - $81,500.00; bonus/equity: not s...
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Live laboratory tick colonies
Vector biology and vector-borne diseases
Arthropod containment
** Penn State is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator for its new Tick Research Facility, responsible for managing live tick colonies for research on vector biology and diseases. The role requires expertise in laboratory animal science and compliance with regulatory standards, along with strong organizational and communication skills. **

Job Summary

  • This position will play a critical role in sustaining genetically diverse tick colonies, supporting experimental work, and ensuring compliance with biosafety and animal care regulations.
  • Responsibilities include independently managing and supervising daily operations of multiple live laboratory tick colonies, establishing and expanding genetically diverse tick colonies, and designing, implementing, and troubleshooting tick feeding procedures.
  • Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

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** Penn State is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator for its new Tick Research Facility, responsible for managing live tick colonies for research on vector biology and diseases. The role requires expertise in laboratory animal science and compliance with regulatory standards, along with strong organizational and communication skills. **

Salary

Base: $56,200.00 - $81,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • live laboratory tick colonies
  • vector biology and vector-borne diseases
  • arthropod containment
  • biosafety and animal care regulations
  • tick feeding procedures on vertebrate hosts
  • morphological identification techniques

Nice-to-have

  • strong interpersonal skills
  • team player
  • collaborative working relationships
  • conflict management
  • environmental sustainability practices

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Experience working with live arthropods
  • Ability to complete required trainings

Work Rights

Authorized to work in the US

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