Part-Time Research Technologist - Comparative

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in medical research is seeking a part-time technologist to assist with animal handling and data collection. This role involves working closely with veterinary staff and researchers to ensure the proper treatment of animals involved in various projects. Ideal candidates will have experience with larger animals and possess strong record-keeping skills. Join a team dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion while contributing to impactful research in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with larger animals such as swine, sheep, and calves is required.
• Must follow verbal and written instructions from investigators and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and provide treatments under veterinary direction.
• Maintain detailed records and recognize equipment issues.

Skills

Animal Handling

Data Collection

Sterile Techniques

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

2 Years College Coursework

Job description

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Job Description and Requirements:

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Comparative Medicine in Hershey, PA, seeks a part-time, project-oriented technologist to assist veterinary and research staff with animal handling, treatments, and data collection for various research projects. Responsibilities include administering medications, providing treatments under veterinary direction, recording observations and data, using sterile techniques, recognizing equipment issues, restraining animals, maintaining detailed records, and following verbal and written instructions from investigators and supervisors. Experience working with larger animals such as swine, sheep, and calves is required. Work hours are intermittent and may include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications: High school diploma and at least 2 years of college-level coursework.

The following clearances must be successfully completed:

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of inclusive excellence and supporting all individuals to thrive.

Campus Security and Compliance:

Employment requires successful background checks in accordance with university policies. The university publishes an annual security report available for review. Penn State is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For accommodations in the application process due to disability or impairment, contact 814-865-1473.