Part-Time Lab Research Assistant - Felton Lab

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park is seeking a part‑time Lab Research Assistant in the Entomology Department. The role supports daily lab operations and active research projects focused on insect‑plant interactions. Candidates should have MS or higher, hands‑on research experience, and contribute to publishable work.

The position emphasizes meticulous documentation, experimental design, and collaboration with the team to advance high‑quality research outputs. Remote work is not guaranteed.

Qualifications

• MS degree or higher in a relevant scientific discipline
• Hands‑on research experience in insect‑plant interactions
• Familiarity with experimental design and data analysis
• Ability to contribute to peer‑reviewed publications

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory workflows and day‑to‑day operations
• Design and run experiments and collect data
• Ensure accurate documentation and record keeping
• Collaborate with team to advance publishable research outcomes

Skills

Insect-plant interactions

Experimental design

Data analysis

Publishable research

Education

MS degree or higher in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

Job Description And Position Requirements

The College of Agricultural Sciences in the Entomology Department is seeking applicants for a part-time lab research assistant. A lab assistant in our research group will support day‑to‑day laboratory operations and contribute directly to active research projects. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on research experience in insect-plant interactions, familiarity with experimental design and data analysis, and a demonstrated ability to contribute to peer‑reviewed publications. This position requires completion of an M.S. degree or higher in a relevant scientific discipline. The lab assistant will maintain laboratory workflows, design experiments, ensure accurate documentation, and collaborate with team members to advance high‑quality, publishable research outcomes.

Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $18/hour.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

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