Research Technologist

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University in State College, PA, is seeking a Research Technologist to manage and maintain a busy research laboratory and greenhouse facilities, supporting projects on integrated pest management and plant-invertebrate interactions. The role involves coordinating data collection, ordering supplies, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

The successful candidate will supervise wage payroll staff, lead demonstrations, train lab personnel, and help share results with extension or research

Qualifications

• Related experience in entomology and greenhouse research.
• Proficient in field and laboratory research and data collection.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain invertebrate colonies and experimental plants; collect and coordinate data; purchase supplies and help manage budgets.
• Ensure general lab safety protocols are followed.
• Assist with interviewing and hiring wage payroll employees; coordinate daily activities of staff and lab students.
• Lead demonstrations; train lab personnel on standard procedures and data recording.
• Share research results in extension or research settings; assemble, test calibrate, and repair equipment.

Skills

Entomology experience

Greenhouse research

Data collection

Lab safety

Independent work

Statistics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

## Research TechnologistApplylocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000080687# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.### **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.**This position is funded for 6 months; continuation past 6 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.### **POSITION SPECIFICS****Penn State****’s** **Department of Entomology** is seeking a **Research Technologist** to manage, organize and maintain a research laboratory and several greenhouse facilities and assist with research projects. The successful candidate will help manage day-to-day affairs of the research group, and get involved in conducting research and maintain field experiments testing various aspects of integrated pest management and plant-invertebrate interactions.**Responsibilities include:*** Maintain invertebrate colonies and experimental plants, collect and coordinate data, purchase supplies and help manage budgets.* Responsible for general lab safety protocols.* Assist with interviewing and hiring wage payroll employees and coordinate their daily activities of wage employees and those of other students that may work in the lab.* Lead demonstrations and instruct lab personnel on standard scientific procedures, practices, and technique of measuring and recording observations, collecting, compiling and processing of samples and data.* Share research results in public settings (extension or research audiences).* Assemble, test calibrate, clean, or make minor repairs to equipment.**Required Qualifications*** Related experience in entomology and greenhouse research.* Must be proficient in field and laboratory research and data collection.* Must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and demonstrate a genuine appreciation for working with diverse audiences in a team environment.* Ability to work independently, coordinate several projects simultaneously, and possess excellent organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills is required.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience with statistical analyses is a plus. **MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS**Bachelor's DegreeNo prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.Required 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. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.### 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 $36,888.00 - $53,532.00. 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. 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