Part-Time Laboratory Assistant - Department of Biology - Lasky Lab

Penn State University • University Park, PA

105d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Lasky Lab, in the Department of Biology, currently has openings for part-time Laboratory Assistants for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidates will assist in research on the genetics of plant responses to climate. Preference will be given to full-time registered Penn State undergraduate students. Duties include setting up and maintaining experiments in the lab, greenhouses, and field. Other duties to include collection of information from digitized historical plant specimens, processing of plant material and growing media, and organizing lab supplies. These positions require great attention to detail. Interest in horticulture, geography, or environment is beneficial. Please submit an application, resume and cover letter detailing your interests and why you would be a good fit for this position. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

Requirements

• Current Penn State undergraduate student preferred
• Great attention to detail
• Interest in horticulture, geography, or environment

Responsibilities

• Assist in research on the genetics of plant responses to climate
• Set up and maintain experiments in the lab, greenhouses, and field
• Collect information from digitized historical plant specimens
• Process plant material and growing media
• Organize lab supplies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed