Research Technologist - Heart and Vascular Institute

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State College of Medicine, Heart and Vascular Institute in Hershey, PA, seeks a Research Technologist to support advanced cardiovascular research. The candidate will manage animal colonies,/genotyping, cell lines, and flow cytometry analyses under PI supervision.

Responsibilities include data analysis, assistance with manuscripts and grants, and regulatory oversight. A Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 1+ years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain transgenic animal colonies and perform genotyping analyses.
• Maintain cell lines and conduct flow cytometric analysis of inflammatory immune responses in tissues.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, SOPs and regulatory oversight.
• Analyze collected data and assist PI with writing manuscripts and grants.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Genotyping

Cell culture

Echocardiography

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

## Research Technologist - Heart and Vascular InstituteApplylocations: College of Medicinetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000080699# **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 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.### **POSITION SPECIFICS**A Research Technologist Medical Sciences position is immediately available in the Penn State College of Medicine, Heart and Vascular Institute located in Hershey, PA. Our research spans from human to animal, employing novel imaging and electrophysiologic techniques such as flow cytometry, vesicular analysis, and echocardiography, and the desired candidate should be motivated to learn new techniques and apply them in research with guidance from the PI. Candidates will be expected to maintain transgenic animal colonies and conduct their genotyping analysis, maintain cell lines, conduct flow cytometric analysis of inflammatory immune responses in different tissues, and assist with ordering, receiving, SOP’s and regulatory oversight. Candidate will also be expected to analyze the data collected and help the PI in writing manuscripts/grants originating from this data.Interested individuals should upload their current resume/CV, a cover letter including a research statement with career goals and contact information for three job references.This position is an on campus. **MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS**Bachelor's Degree1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None### **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.### 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 $40,608.00 - $58,836.00. 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.**CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.**EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.