Part-time research support

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Kamal laboratory at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA is seeking a part-time temporary research support person. The role focuses on microtome sectioning and immunohistochemistry to support orthopedic research projects.

Experience with animal dissection, basic molecular biology (PCR, Western blot), and cell culture is a plus. The position is up to 20 hours per week, with background checks required for employment.

Formación

• Experience with basic histology techniques including microtomy and IHC.
• Familiarity with basic molecular biology methods is a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely.

Responsabilidades

• Perform microtome sectioning and immunohistochemistry for tissue samples.
• Assist with animal dissection and sample preparation.
• Support data collection, entry, and documentation of results.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and adhere to safety protocols.

Conocimientos

Microtome sectioning

Immunohistochemistry

Animal dissection

PCR

Western blotting

Cell culture

Descripción del empleo

Part-time research support### Part-time research supportApply: College of Medicine: Part time: Posted Today: REQ\\_0000083532# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **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**A part-time temporary position is available in the Kamal laboratory in the Center of Orthopedic Research and Translational Science at the Department of Orthopedics, Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA. Position requires experience primarily with basic microtome sectioning and immunohistochemistry skills. Additional experience with animal dissection, basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, western blotting), and basic cell culture skills is a plus. Position will be up to 20 hours per week. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.