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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Research Specialist - Part-Time in the Department of Cell and Biological Systems at the College of Medicine. The specialist will conduct research under the general guidance of principal investigators and postdoctoral scholars, performing routine experimental procedures in molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry while working approximately 8 hours per week.

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Conduct research under supervision of principal investigators and postdoctoral scholars.
Perform routine experiments in molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry.
Part-time position requiring approximately 8 hours per week.
Knowledge and skills in molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry techniques are required.
Employment contingent on successful background check per university policies.
Position is within the Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Cell and Biological Systems.
Part of a community of scientists and health professionals located in Hershey, PA.
Equal Opportunity Employer committed to equity, respect, and belonging.

Research Specialist - Part-Time - Cell and Biological Systems Full Description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Cell and Biological Systems, is seeking applications for a part-time research specialist for approximately 8 hours a week. The candidate will conduct research under the general guidance of the principal investigator and postdoctoral scholars. They will preform a variety of routine experimental procedures in molecular biology, cell biology and biochemistry.

The Penn State College of Medicine is a strong community of scientists and health professionals, situated in Hershey, PA, with excellent schools, housing, and close proximity to Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore and Washington DC.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

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 ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

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.

The Pennsylvania State University 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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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.