Research Lab Technologist

Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
Base: $38,300.00 - $55,500.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Molecular biology techniques
Pcr-based methods
Dna and rna extraction
The Research Technologist will hold a position of responsibility within the laboratory contributing to the generation of high-quality, reproducible scientific data while ensuring the orderly, compliant, and efficient operation of the research environment

Job Summary

  • The Research Technologist will hold a position of responsibility within the laboratory contributing to the generation of high-quality, reproducible scientific data while ensuring the orderly, compliant, and efficient operation of the research environment.
  • Working in close coordination with faculty investigators and senior research personnel, the incumbent will support experimental workflows that underpin externally funded research, maintain continuity across ongoing projects, and uphold institutional standards for biosafety, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
  • These positions offer the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to impactful scientific inquiry while operating within a collegial, intellectually rigorous academic setting.

Matching Summary

The Research Technologist will hold a position of responsibility within the laboratory contributing to the generation of high-quality, reproducible scientific data while ensuring the orderly, compliant, and efficient operation of the research environment.

Salary

Base: $38,300.00 - $55,500.00; 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

  • molecular biology techniques
  • PCR-based methods
  • DNA and RNA extraction
  • protein and peptide analysis
  • next-generation sequencing library preparation
  • biosafety and regulatory compliance

Nice-to-have

  • data management systems
  • academic research setting
  • multi-investigator research initiatives

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Not specified

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