Research Assistant for Biology Department

2 days ago


University Park, United States Penn State University Full time
Job Description and Position Requirements:

The Pennsylvania State University's Department of Biology in the Eberly College of Science has part-time openings for Research Lab Assistants to work in the Bordenstein research lab.

As a Research Assistant, you will perform a variety of tasks associated with designing and conducting research projects/experiments; collect, correlate, analyze, summarize, and report on data; and inform the PI of research information in accordance with established protocols.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the development, design, and execution of research projects under general direction of senior research personnel and according to standard protocols or research plans.
  • Contribute to experiments/tests in the laboratory/field to test, prove, or modify theoretical propositions.
  • Collect, process, and present data, and provide support for a research project such as gathering, summarizing, interpreting, information on laws, policies, industry standards, emerging trends in a field of study, etc.

Campus Security and Safety:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.

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