Part-time Research Assistant Positions – Plant Pathology And Environmental Microbiology

Penn State University

University Park, PA, US
Hybrid
Fungal culture media preparation
Microbiological culturing techniques
Valid driver's license required
Penn State University is seeking part-time research assistants for the Esker Lab within the Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology. The role involves supporting laboratory and field work focused on plant disease epidemiology, particularly in crops like corn, soybean, and wheat

Job Summary

  • This position supports laboratory and field work for the plant disease epidemiology program focusing on research in field crops like corn, soybean, and wheat.
  • Typical duties include fungal culture media preparation, microbiological culturing, soil and plant sample collection, and data entry of field experiments.
  • Employment requires successful completion of background checks and a valid driver's license due to the necessity of operating a motor vehicle for job duties.

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Penn State University is seeking part-time research assistants for the Esker Lab within the Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology. The role involves supporting laboratory and field work focused on plant disease epidemiology, particularly in crops like corn, soybean, and wheat.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Fungal culture media preparation
  • Microbiological culturing techniques
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Field sample collection experience
  • DNA extraction and quality check

Nice-to-have

  • Independent research opportunities
  • Dynamic lab environment
  • Experience with corn soybean wheat
  • Federal grant project support
  • Strong attention to detail

Key Requirements

  • Valid driver's license
  • Successful motor vehicle records check
  • Successful completion of background checks
  • Current Penn State employee or student status preferred for internal process

Work Rights

Not specified

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