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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

This position is funded for 1 year(s); continuation past 1 year(s) will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

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POSITION SPECIFICS​

The laboratory of Dr. Kenneth Lee at the Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Cell and Biological Systems in Hershey, PA, conducts research on membrane transport proteins and is developing a new research program to understand the mechanisms of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases using structural and functional approaches in vitro and in vivo. A Research Technologist is being sought to provide research support in the lab. The successful candidate will undertake routine approaches in plasmid construction and isolation, protein expression and purification, biochemical assays, fluorescence microscopy, and maintenance and transduction of bacterial, yeast, insect and mammalian cell lines in cell culture. Responsibilities also include performing lab ordering, lab organization and preparation of data for presentation in manuscripts, group meetings and conferences. The research technologist will receive training in a dynamic and supportive environment in standard and advanced techniques in molecular biology, biochemistry and cell biology that are broadly applicable to many areas of specialization.

 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education. Required Certifications: None

 

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

 

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $34,800.00 - $50,500.00.

 

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

 

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees de