Part-Time Research Assistant- Agricultural Sciences - Ali Lab 1

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lab Assistant will support Penn State University research on interactions between plants and insects. You will process samples, classify results, and record findings, while helping maintain plant and insect colonies in the laboratory.

The role requires meticulous data entry, adherence to safety guidelines, and collaboration with graduate students and technicians. Based at University Park, PA, the position contributes to ongoing experiments and data collection for biodiversity and ecological

Responsibilities

• The Lab Assistant will process samples, classify results, and record findings, and help maintain plant and insect colonies in the lab.

Job description

Remote and Hybrid Work

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 Lab Assistant will be responsible for helping on projects related to interactions between plants and insects . Duties include processing samples, classifying results, and recording findings. They will also maintain plant and insect colonies.

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Location

University Park, PA