Research Technologist – Life Sciences (Genetics & Symbiosis)

EvolDir; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bordenstein Laboratory at Penn State University seeks a full-time Research Technologist in Life Sciences Advanced Professional to advance research on the Wolbachia-Drosophila symbiosis. The role involves designing experiments, implementing protocols, analyzing data, and reporting results using gene-to-organism approaches.

Daily tasks include fly rearing, dissections, fluorescence imaging, molecular biology, and coordinating trainee activities in a collaborative lab environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree or higher with relevant lab experience.
• Ability to design experiments, analyze data, and report results.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques and biosafety practices.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage trainees.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, analyze, and report experiments on Wolbachia–Drosophila symbiosis.
• Perform insect handling, dissections, fluorescent imaging, and microinjections.
• Genotyping and quantifying cells via PCR/qPCR; biostatistics and visualization.
• Manage laboratory schedules, biosafety, and trainee performance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

PCR/qPCR

Fluorescent microscopy

Genotyping systems

Job description

The Bordenstein Laboratory at Penn State University seeks a full-time Research Technologist in Life Sciences Advanced Professional to advance research on the Wolbachia-Drosophila symbiosis. The role involves designing experiments, implementing protocols, analyzing data, and reporting results using gene-to-organism approaches.

Daily tasks include fly rearing, dissections, fluorescence imaging, molecular biology, and coordinating trainee activities in a collaborative lab environment.