Life Sciences Research Technologist - Host-Microbe Lab Lead

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Research Technologist Life Sciences-Professional to design, implement, support, analyze, and report on rigorous research in host-microbe symbioses and microbiome sciences. The role emphasizes Drosophila transgenic expression, genetic editing, and microscopy, with responsibilities spanning protocol design to team coordination.

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative academic setting, manage insect colonies, assist across the laboratory's

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a regimented, team environment and manage diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design experimental protocols and implement them in the lab.
• Support and analyze host-microbe symbiosis research.
• Manage lab scheduling and supervise insect colonies.
• Prepare and report results to the team.

Skills

Research design

Data analysis

Team management

Scientific communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Genetic editing

Fluorescence microscopy

Insect rearing

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a Research Technologist Life Sciences-Professional to design, implement, support, analyze, and report on rigorous research in host-microbe symbioses and microbiome sciences. The role emphasizes Drosophila transgenic expression, genetic editing, and microscopy, with responsibilities spanning protocol design to team coordination.

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative academic setting, manage insect colonies, assist across the laboratory's