Research Technologist - Life Sciences - Senior Professional

Penn State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Research Technologist - Life Sciences to design and conduct research projects across neuroscience, plant science, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, genomics, bioinformatics, and biotechnology. The role includes advising faculty on methods and overseeing daily operations of the project.

The position involves performing assays, developing data collection procedures, training users, and authoring reports to disseminate findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of relevant life sciences experience or an equivalent combination
• No required certifications
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Conduct life sciences research projects; ensure protocol adherence and evaluate results
• Perform assays, material tests, specimen evaluation, and cultures
• Develop data collection procedures; analyze and summarize data
• Contribute to research method design; identify problems and propose solutions
• Recommend data collection, management, and visualization tools
• Train users in equipment operation and techniques; explain capabilities and limitations
• Develop project protocols; ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timeliness
• Author papers, proposals, and reports to disseminate findings
• May operate a specialized research area or laboratory
• May supervise staff including hiring and performance management

Skills

Laboratory research

Data analysis

Training/mentoring

Project design

Education

Bachelor's degree

6+ years related experience

Job description

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 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Research Technologist - Life Sciences develops, designs and conducts research projects/experiments in the laboratory/field related to Life Science disciplines including neuroscience, plant science, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, genomics, bioinformatics, and biotechnology; investigates and evaluates research methods, advises faculty/researchers on optimal use of methodology and equipment; collects, correlates, analyzes, summarizes and reports on results; identifies data integrity issues; trains users in equipment operation and research techniques; and oversees daily operations of project.

• Conduct research projects or experiments related to life science areas of study; ensure protocol adherence; review progress and evaluate results
• Perform a variety of experimental tasks including assays, material tests, specimen evaluation, and cultures
• Execute and develop data collection procedures; record, correlate, and analyze data; prepare analysis summaries
• Contribute to the design of research methods; identify potential problems; recommend solutions and technical approaches for problem solving
• Make recommendations for the use of data collection, management, and visualization software
• Train users in equipment operation and research techniques; explain and demonstrate technology and equipment capabilities, limitations, and outcomes
• Develop project protocols; provide input in determining feasibility of goals and objectives; responsible for assuring quality, cost effectiveness and timeliness of assigned projects
• Author papers, proposals, presentations and reports in order to disseminate findings to the larger research community
• May be responsible for operation of a specialized research area or laboratory
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree6+ 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 $54,060.00 - $78,444.00.

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.

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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.

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