Part-Time Undergraduate Part-time Research Lab Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University seeks highly motivated undergraduate students for part-time roles in Dr. Vivek Kapur's lab. Students will conduct molecular biology experiments and support projects related to global health and infectious disease. Responsibilities include DNA extraction, immunoassays, and data collection. Applicants should demonstrate attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and organizational abilities. This position is an opportunity to engage in meaningful research funded by major agencies.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Strong communication skills for reports and correspondence.
• Organized and able to assist with lab management.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic molecular biology techniques including DNA extraction.
• Conduct immunoassays and prepare bacteriological media.
• Assist in organizing the lab and participate in data collection.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong written and oral communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Fluency in verbal and written English

Job description

The College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking highly motivated undergraduate students for part‑time positions in Dr. Vivek Kapur's laboratory to conduct molecular biology experiments in the field of global health and infectious disease research. This role will support projects funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and other major US and international funding agencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, conventional and real‑time PCR)
• Conduct immunoassays
• Prepare bacteriological media
• Perform literature searches
• Assist with lab organization
• Participate in data collection under the supervision of the PI

Requirements

• Attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to write correspondence and reports
• Excellent organizational skills
• Fluency in verbal and written English

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