Part-time Research Assistant (harvatine Lab)

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
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Hybrid
Laboratory assay experience
Rna and dna extraction skills
Pcr analysis capabilities
The Animal Nutritional Physiology research group is seeking part-time research assistants to support laboratory work and dairy nutrition experiments

Job Summary

  • The Animal Nutritional Physiology research group is seeking part-time research assistants to support laboratory work and dairy nutrition experiments.
  • Duties include conducting colorimetric plasma assays, performing RNA and DNA extraction, PCR analysis, and assisting with feeding and collecting samples from dairy cows.
  • Training will be provided for the selected candidate, with hours negotiable between 5 to 24 hours per week.

Matching Summary

The Animal Nutritional Physiology research group is seeking part-time research assistants to support laboratory work and dairy nutrition experiments.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Laboratory assay experience
  • RNA and DNA extraction skills
  • PCR analysis capabilities
  • Fatty acid analysis preparation
  • Dairy cow feeding and sampling

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in animal nutritional physiology
  • Willingness to learn new techniques
  • Flexible availability for training

Key Requirements

  • Successful completion of background check(s)
  • Internal application via Workday for current employees
  • External application process for non-employees

Work Rights

Not specified

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