Research Technologist: Microbiome & Drosophila

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a Research Technologist (Advanced Professional) to design, implement, and analyze advanced research on host-microbe symbioses and microbiome sciences. The role involves Drosophila transgenic expression, genetic editing, microscopy, and managing a team in a busy lab environment.

Responsibilities include independent experimental design, data collection, statistics, and reporting; collaboration on papers and grants; training and supervision of lab personnel;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3+ years relevant experience
• Ability to design independent experiments and analyze data
• Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, organizational and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, analyze, and report rigorous research
• Manage trainees and maintain lab records and safety
• Perform insect handling, dissections, staining, microscopy, and genotyping as assigned

Skills

3+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a Research Technologist (Advanced Professional) to design, implement, and analyze advanced research on host-microbe symbioses and microbiome sciences. The role involves Drosophila transgenic expression, genetic editing, microscopy, and managing a team in a busy lab environment.

Responsibilities include independent experimental design, data collection, statistics, and reporting; collaboration on papers and grants; training and supervision of lab personnel;