Research Technologist - Stewart Lab

Penn State University; University Park (AL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Stewart Laboratory at a leading university seeks a Research Technologist specializing in Life Sciences. This role involves supporting research involving fishes, managing lab supplies, and collaborating on various projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including a tuition discount.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

75% tuition discount

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining lab supplies and equipment.
• Managing fish colonies and contributing to research projects.
• Training students and postdocs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Join to apply for the Research Technologist - Stewart Lab role at Penn State University.

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Position details and application instructions are provided below:

Application Process

• Current Penn State employees (faculty, staff, technical service, or student) should apply internally through Workday and not here.
• Current Penn State students seeking employment should also apply via Workday.
• External applicants, please click “Apply” to complete your application.

This position is funded for 12 months, with continuation based on university need, performance, and funding availability.

Position Summary

The Stewart Laboratory in Penn State’s Department of Biology seeks a Research Technologist specializing in Life Sciences to support research involving fishes. Responsibilities include maintaining lab supplies and equipment, managing fish colonies, contributing to research projects, ensuring lab safety, advising on research methods, data analysis, manuscript preparation, training students and postdocs, and providing feedback on experiments.

Work will primarily occur in the lab and animal facilities, with occasional weekend or holiday work required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and collaboratively, good interpersonal and communication skills.
• No specific certifications required.

Application Materials

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and contacts for three references. Review begins immediately until the position is filled. For inquiries, email Tom Stewart at [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Salary range: $51,000 - $74,000 annually.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.
• Employment requires background checks and U.S. work authorization.
• Penn State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.