Research Project Manager - Medicine

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in Hershey, PA, seeks a Biomedical Laboratory Manager to oversee daily lab operations and safety compliance while supporting human studies and data collection.

Requires a Master’s degree and 1–3 years of biomedical research with tissue culture and molecular biology techniques; 12‑month funded position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or doctoral degree preferred with biomedical research experience.
• 1–3 years of biomedical research including tissue culture, PCR, and microscopy.
• Experience with human research and related compliance (HIPAA, IRB) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily laboratory operations and safety compliance.
• Provide staff training and supervision.
• Order supplies and maintain equipment.
• Prepare reagents and participate in human studies.
• Plan and manage research projects; assist with grants and publications.
• Perform molecular biology procedures and immunoassays.
• Isolate endothelial cells and maintain cell cultures.
• Collect and analyze data; interpret results.

Skills

Laboratory oversight

Lab safety compliance

Staff supervision

Research coordination

Data analysis

Education

Master's Degree in Biomedical Sciences

Tools

Confocal microscopy

Immunohistochemistry

Western blot

PCR

DNA sequencing

Cell culture

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

• Primarily responsible for oversight of daily laboratory operations and laboratory safety compliance
• Provides staff training and supervision
• Orders and maintains laboratory supplies and lab equipment
• Maintains laboratory notebooks for quality control and analysis
• Prepares and maintains stock biochemical and molecular biology reagents
• Participates and assists in human studies including vascular reactivity studies and biopsy procedures
• Occasionally contacts research participants and participates in follow up visits in collaboration with research coordinators
• Participates in planning, design, implementation and management of research projects
• Plans, designs and executes experiments including confocal microscopy and immunohistochemistry techniques
• Laser captures transfections sequencing, transfection of cell lines with DNA constructs, DNA extraction, cell separation/cultures, cytokines measurement, and immunoblots
• Collects, analyzes and interprets research data
• Performs critical analysis of research literature
• Assists with preparation of grants, publications, abstracts, and presentations
• Collaborates with principal investigator to develop general goals of new research projects
• Constructs manuscripts.
• Process samples and executes experiments on human tissue and blood including freshly procured vascular and subcutaneous tissue; blood, and serum
• Performss molecular biology procedures and immunologic assays including: Western blot analysis, immunohistochemistry, ELISA, PCR for mRNA analysis
• Performs laboratory techniques to isolate endothelial cells, peripheral blood cell lines; and perform and maintain cell cultures
• Performs other duties as requested

A Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree is preferred. One to three years of biomedical research with tissue culture; cell biology; and PCR as well as microscopy techniques are required. Experience in human research is preferred (with HIPPA; CITI; IRB experience).

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Master's Degree1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $65,508.00 - $94,980.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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