Part-time Research Assistant - Shalev Lab

Penn State University

State College, Pennsylvania, US
Hybrid
One year of wet-lab experience
Dna and rna extraction skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Penn State University is seeking a part-time Research Assistant for the Shalev Lab, focusing on the biological effects of stress and aging. The ideal candidate should have wet-lab experience, specifically in DNA and RNA extraction, and possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Job Summary

  • The position involves assisting Dr. Shalev with laboratory assays and processing samples for ongoing studies on stress and biological aging.
  • Candidates must have at least one year of experience working in a wet-lab environment with expertise in DNA and RNA extractions.
  • The role requires maintaining participant databases, conducting inventory of lab supplies, and possessing strong organizational skills.

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Penn State University is seeking a part-time Research Assistant for the Shalev Lab, focusing on the biological effects of stress and aging. The ideal candidate should have wet-lab experience, specifically in DNA and RNA extraction, and possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • One year of wet-lab experience
  • DNA and RNA extraction skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with qPCR analysis
  • Knowledge of statistical software SPSS SAS R
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks

Key Requirements

  • Minimum one year of wet-lab experience
  • Completion of background checks
  • Submission of cover letter CV and references

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