Part Time Research Technologist - Molecular and Precision Medicine
penn state universityHershey, PA
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Part Time Research Technologist - Molecular and Precision Medicine
penn state universityHershey, PA
4 days ago
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Biological TechniciansLife, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All OtherMolecular and Cellular BiologistsIndustries
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life SciencesColleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsResearch and Development in Biotechnology$19.00 an hour
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Research Technician The College of Medicine Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine is seeking applicants for a Research Technician for a 3-month assignment working 40 hours a week to help test and validate a new device for rapid identification of a novel bacterial pathogen. The position involves wet bench molecular microbiological techniques, particularly quantitative PCR, enzyme-linked immune sorbent assays (ELISA) and other immunological assays, to determine the specificity and selectivity of a novel lateral flow device. This is position is needed to fulfill the goals of a recently awarded NIH grant and is critical as an antecedent for deploying the device in field settings.
Preferred Qualifications:
The applicant should have a Bachelors of Science degree and at least two years' experience in wet bench molecular genetic techniques with particular preference for experience with ELISA and other immunological techniques.
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $19.00 an hour. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Salary
$19.00 an hour
Experience level
Entry
Location
Hershey, PA
Occupation
Biological Technicians
Industry
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Posted
4 days ago
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