Research Technician - Povelones Lab

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY

Lower Merion Township (Montgomery County)

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USD 43.000 - 52.000

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Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Competenze

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.

Mansioni

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.

Conoscenze

Strong communication

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Formazione

MS or BA in Biology

Strumenti

Microscopes

Centrifuges

Autoclaves

Descrizione del lavoro

Research Technician - Povelones Lab

Grant‑funded position for up to 5 years, contingent on annual renewal.

Posting Details

Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number: 20260483S Position Title: Research Technician - Povelones Lab Position Type: Staff Location: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants Work Schedule: full-time/12-months Avg Hours Week Department: 183‑Biology

Position Summary: The labs of Megan and Michael Povelones are seeking a research technician to contribute to an NIH -funded joint‑project exploring mechanism of adhesion of trypanosomatid parasites in insects. The successful candidate will be expected to help with ordering for both labs, maintain inventories of reagents and cell lines, ensure that safety protocols are up to date and followed, and organize and maintain protocols and data. In addition, this person will have the opportunity to drive their own research project, train and supervise undergraduate and masters level students, publish papers, and present their research at local, national, and international conferences. Specific tasks will include maintenance of a mosquito colony and parasite cell lines, confocal microscopy, and cell and molecular biology. This position is a great opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to an exciting and rigorous research program while gaining experience in a wide range of techniques while serving as a mentor for other trainees. The successful candidate will join a supportive, joint‑lab research environment within a student‑focused University that is committed to supporting cutting‑edge biological research within a vibrant and diverse department.

Why work at Villanova?

Join a mission‑driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Mosquito husbandry, maintenance of cell lines, lab organization, ordering, and keeping updated inventories of plasmids, cells, reagents, and protocols.
Design and conduct experiments, analyze results, and prepare results for dissemination to general and specialist audiences. Laboratory techniques include cell culture, fluorescence microscopy, molecular biology, mosquito infections, and protein biochemistry.
Training and supervision of undergraduate and masters degree students.
Coordinate travel to conferences, shipping and receiving reagents from collaborating labs, and data analysis, including bioinformatics.
Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Formal Education

MS or BA in Biology or a related discipline.

Work Experience

Experience working in a lab environment.

Work Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills. Can help organize research students, help reinforce expectations for research students, and communicate effectively with students and collaborators.

Specific Job Knowledge

Excellent organizational and communication skills and the ability to interact positively with faculty, staff, and students.

Preferred Qualifications

At least 0.5 years’ experience in a lab environment is strongly desired.
Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area).
Experience in cell and molecular biology (beyond coursework) is a plus.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Tools, machinery and equipment used: Centrifuges, autoclaves, microscopes, and other standard cell and molecular biology equipment.

Environmental conditions: Will be working with chemicals and BSL -1 cultured cells in a BSL -2 laboratory environment. Will also be working with laboratory colonies of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes.

The candidate would periodically have to report outside of normal business hours to maintain laboratory organisms.

Special Message to Applicants

Grant‑funded position for up to 5 years, contingent on annual renewal.

Posting Date: 11/05/2026 Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information: The approved salary for this position is $47,500. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.

Salary Grade: 12 Job Classification: exempt

References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed 3 Maximum Number of References Needed 3

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