Part - Time Lab Assistant
The Pennsylvania State University•University Park, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
The McReynolds Lab at Penn State is seeking a motivated and reliable undergraduate researcher to join our team as a part-time lab assistant. This position will support ongoing research focused on understanding redox stress and aging using the model organism Caenorhabditis elegans ( C. elegans ). The successful candidate will contribute to experiments investigating the relationship between redox imbalance, NAD+ metabolism, and lifespan regulation.
Requirements
- Motivated and reliable undergraduate researcher
- Ability to follow protocols and work independently under supervision.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a research team.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with C. elegans is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with lifespan, reproductive, or developmental assays in worms.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Interest in molecular biology, genetics, aging, or redox biology.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the maintenance and culturing of C. elegans strains.
- Perform standardized lifespan and brood size assays.
- Accurately record and organize experimental data.
- Help prepare media, plates, and basic lab reagents.
- Work collaboratively with graduate students and other undergraduates.
- Attend weekly lab meetings and maintain an organized lab notebook.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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