Part-time Research Support

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
Hybrid
Cell culture techniques
Virus inoculation procedures
Pcr and nucleic acid purification
The Martins Lab in the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences is seeking a part-time staff member to assist with laboratory research focused on avian viruses, diagnostics, pathogenesis, and vaccine development

Job Summary

  • The Martins Lab in the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences is seeking a part-time staff member to assist with laboratory research focused on avian viruses, diagnostics, pathogenesis, and vaccine development.
  • Responsibilities include supporting classical and molecular virology activities such as cell culture, virus neutralization, ELISA, and PCR while maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Employment requires successful completion of background checks and a valid driver's license due to job duties involving motor vehicle operation.

Matching Summary

The Martins Lab in the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences is seeking a part-time staff member to assist with laboratory research focused on avian viruses, diagnostics, pathogenesis, and vaccine development.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cell culture techniques
  • virus inoculation procedures
  • PCR and nucleic acid purification
  • ELISA testing methods
  • embryonated chicken egg handling
  • laboratory equipment maintenance
  • decontamination procedures

Nice-to-have

  • compliance with standard operating procedures
  • supply organization skills
  • willingness to learn new techniques

Key Requirements

  • valid driver's license
  • successful motor vehicle records check
  • successful background check completion

Work Rights

Not specified

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