Research Technologist, Life Sciences (Drosophila & Microbiome)

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Robust retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Bordenstein Laboratory at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a Research Technologist Life Sciences-Professional to design, implement, support, analyze, and report on rigorous research in host-microbe symbioses and microbiome sciences spanning insect endosymbionts and animal-associated microbiomes.

This role focuses on Drosophila transgenic expression, genetic editing, and related techniques.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree; relevant experience accepted in lieu of education.
• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a regimented, team environment and lead diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design experimental protocols and implement research plans.
• Manage laboratory activities, including insect colonies and scheduling.
• Carry out troubleshooting and safety/disposal of biological wastes.
• Assist across the lab's scholarship and report findings clearly.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Fluorescent microscopy

Electron microscopy

Drosophila handling

Genetic editing techniques

Job description

The Bordenstein Laboratory at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a Research Technologist Life Sciences-Professional to design, implement, support, analyze, and report on rigorous research in host-microbe symbioses and microbiome sciences spanning insect endosymbionts and animal-associated microbiomes.

This role focuses on Drosophila transgenic expression, genetic editing, and related techniques.