Part-Time Laboratory Assistant - Department of Biology - Lasky Lab

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lasky Lab at Penn State is looking for part-time Laboratory Assistants to aid in research on plant genetics and climate responses. Candidates will engage in lab setups, data collection, and maintaining experiments, ideal for current Penn State undergraduates with a passion for horticulture and environmental studies.

Qualifications

• Current knowledge or interest in genetics and plant research is valued.
• Undergraduate standing at Penn State is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain experiments in lab and field.
• Collect and process information from plant specimens.
• Organize lab supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interest in horticulture

Interest in geography

Interest in environment

Education

Full-time registered Penn State undergraduate students

Job description

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Note: 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.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Lasky Lab, in the Department of Biology, currently has openings for part-time Laboratory Assistants for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidates will assist in research on the genetics of plant responses to climate. Preference will be given to full-time registered Penn State undergraduate students.

Responsibilities include setting up and maintaining experiments in the lab, greenhouses, and field. Additional duties include collecting information from digitized historical plant specimens, processing plant material and growing media, and organizing lab supplies. These positions require great attention to detail. Interest in horticulture, geography, or environment is beneficial.

Please submit an application, resume, and cover letter detailing your interests and why you would be a good fit for this position. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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