Part-Time Laboratory IT Applications Specialist
About The Position
The Agricultural Analytical Services Laboratory (AASL) in the College of Agricultural Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Part-Time IT Applications Specialist to support the development and maintenance of custom applications that enable laboratory operations and administrative workflows. This position will design, update, and maintain lightweight, user-friendly tools such as chemical inventory systems, purchasing request workflows, sample submission tools, and data management utilities, using platforms such as AppSheet, FileMaker, and Microsoft Excel. This is a 100% remote position requiring approximately 10–20 hours per month, with flexible scheduling.
Requirements
- Experience developing custom applications or workflow tools
- Proficiency with AppSheet, FileMaker, Excel, or similar platforms
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with non-technical users
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting laboratory or scientific environments
- Familiarity with database concepts, automation, and data security best practices
Responsibilities
- Developing and maintaining custom applications and workflow tools
- Updating and troubleshooting existing applications
- Collaborating with laboratory staff to translate operational needs into technical solutions
- Documenting applications and providing user support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
