Research Technologist - Pediatrics

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Paid time off

75% tuition discount

Résumé du poste

Penn State University in Hershey, PA, is seeking a full-time Research Technologist to contribute to cancer biology projects at 30 hours per week. The role involves working with cell culture, mouse cancer models, and diverse molecular biology techniques, with access to advanced sequencing and genomic tools.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of cancer research experience, a Bachelor's degree, and a strong analytical mindset. Benefits apply to this 75% FTE position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; or a combination of education and experience as described.
• 2–3 years of prior research experience in a cancer research lab preferred.
• Familiarity with whole-genome CRISPR/Cas9 screening and advanced molecular biology techniques.

Responsabilités

• Will work with cell culture, mouse cancer models, and a variety of molecular biology techniques.
• Opportunity to engage with cutting‑edge methodologies in a research setting.

Connaissances

cell culture

mouse cancer models

molecular biology techniques

data analysis

Formation

Bachelor's Degree

Description du poste

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.

This is a/an 75 % full-time equivalency (FTE) job. This position will work 30 hours per week. This position is eligible for benefits associated with any full-time position. The salary grade and range listed in the posting is reflective of a 100% Full-time position. Full-time equivalency job offers may fall outside of the listed range due to the assigned percentage of effort.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a full-time Research Technologist at 30 hours per week. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to work with cell culture, mouse cancer models, and a variety of molecular biology techniques. The position offers hands-on training experience with cutting‑edge methodologies, including whole‑genome CRISPR/Cas9 screening, murine and patient‑derived xenograft leukemia models, RNA‑seq, ChlP‑seq, ATAC‑seq, HiC genome organization analysis, single‑cell sequencing, and other standard molecular and biochemical techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with 2-3 years of prior research experience in a cancer research lab will be given preference.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

If filled as Research Technologist – Animal Sciences – Advanced Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted. Required Certifications: None. If filled as Research Technologist – Animal Sciences – Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted. Required Certifications: None.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $40,608.00 - $64,668.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• robust retirement plans
• substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
• 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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