Research Technologist - Stewart Lab

Penn State University • University Park, PA

98d • $51,000 - $74,000

About The Position

The Stewart Laboratory in Penn State's Department of Biology seeks a Research Technologist of Life Sciences (Senior Professional) to support research in fishes. The successful candidate will maintain lab supplies and equipment, manage and oversee fish colonies, contribute to research projects, assist in maintaining lab safety protocols of staff and student, investigates and evaluates research methods, advising faculty and researchers on optimal use of methodology and equipment, collect and analyze data, summarizing the results for dissemination in manuscripts, training PhD students and Postdocs in the lab in equipment operation and research techniques, and provide constructive feedback to both trainees and the PI on ongoing experiments. All work will be carried out in the laboratory and animal facility managed by the Stewart Lab. Occasional weekend and holiday work may be required in exchange for time off during the week. Flexibility is a must.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab supplies and equipment
• Manage and oversee fish colonies
• Contribute to research projects
• Assist in maintaining lab safety protocols of staff and students
• Investigate and evaluate research methods
• Advise faculty and researchers on optimal use of methodology and equipment
• Collect and analyze data
• Summarize results for dissemination in manuscripts
• Train PhD students and Postdocs in equipment operation and research techniques
• Provide constructive feedback to trainees and the PI on ongoing experiments

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible spouses and children

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree