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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Dr. Schreier’s Laboratory (https://sites.psu.edu/hannahschreier/) in the Department of Biobehavioral Health at Penn State seeks a candidate for a full-time Research Technologist position.

Research in the lab focuses on understanding the biological underpinnings of adverse experiences on youth and young adult chronic disease risk with an emphasis on functional immune outcomes. Responsibilities of the advertised position will include performing lab procedures, including whole blood cell cultures and ELISAs, and assisting with general laboratory maintenance.

All candidates must have strong communication skills, work well in a team, and work carefully, responsibly, and with great attention to detail.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Education and Experience:

Requires a Bachelor's Degree or higher or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of one year of experience working within a clinical or research laboratory context is preferred; preference will be given to candidates with prior experience performing cell cultures and ELISAs.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please include a cover letter, resume, and the contact information of at least two professional references with your application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information:

This is a 75% Reduced Full-Time Equivalency (FTE) (http://policy.psu.edu/policies/hr105) position. Work hours are 30 hours per week. This is a limited-term staff appointment, funded for one year from the date of hire, with an excellent possibility for renewal.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$34,800.00 - $50,500.00

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