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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Department of Biobehavioral Health in the College of Health and Human Development , is seeking candidates for a Lab Coordinator in Dr. Hannah Schreier’s laboratory .
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:
Perform whole blood cultures and culture harvests
Run multiplex and ELISA assays, including use of the Ella equipment
Clean, process, and analyze data
Maintain and oversee quality control measures and standard operating procedures in the lab for all lab personnel
Adjust existing protocols and develop new laboratory protocols for ongoing projects as well as grant renewals
Maintain supplies of necessary materials, primarily lab consumables (gloves, pipette tips, etc.)
Monitor and track laboratory expenditures across ongoing studies; reconcile supplies and equipment purchased to invoices and purchase card statements.
Monitor project progress and research and suggest solutions as challenges arise
Serve as indirect supervisor to one full-time Research Technologist, graduate students, and undergraduate students which will include training, scheduling, and overseeing task completion.
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 inclusion 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 inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. In HHD, enriching the lives of others is our mission. We believe in the power of human capacity for growth and live that mission by meeting challenges, both big and small, with excitement and energy every day. We invite you to come grow with us
Education and Experience Requirements:
This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree plus one year of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of one year of experience working within a clinical or research laboratory context is required.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Candidates should have strong communication skills, work well in a team, and be able to work carefully, responsibly, and with great attention to detail. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience performing whole blood cultures and ELISAs.
Application Instructions:
For full consideration, candidates must include a Cover Letter and Resume with their application.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled
Additional Information:
This is a limited-term staff appointment, funded for one year from the date of hire, with an excellent possibility for renewal.
Questions can be directed to Dr. Hannah Schreier, Associate Professor of Biobehavioral Health [[email protected] ].
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$42,100.00 - $61,000.00
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