Research Technician - Parasite & Mosquito Lab

Villanova; Lower Merion Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Villanova University is seeking a Research Technician for the Povelones Lab in Villanova, PA. The role supports NIH-funded research on adhesion mechanisms in trypanosomatid parasites, with duties spanning ordering, inventory control, safety protocol adherence, and data management.

The successful candidate may lead their own project, mentoring undergraduates and masters students, while contributing to publications and conference presentations.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication; ability to organize research students and reinforce expectations.
• Experience working in a lab environment.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate with faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Mosquito husbandry and maintenance of cell lines and reagents.
• Design and conduct experiments; analyze results for dissemination.
• Train and supervise undergraduate and masters students.
• Coordinate travel to conferences and manage data analysis.
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Education

MS or BA in Biology

Tools

Microscopes

Centrifuges

Autoclaves

Job description

Villanova University is seeking a Research Technician for the Povelones Lab in Villanova, PA. The role supports NIH-funded research on adhesion mechanisms in trypanosomatid parasites, with duties spanning ordering, inventory control, safety protocol adherence, and data management.

The successful candidate may lead their own project, mentoring undergraduates and masters students, while contributing to publications and conference presentations.