Research Technologist 1 - Neural and Behavioral Sciences

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

A full time research technologist 1 position is available in the Neural & Behavioral Sciences Department at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pa.  The work in this lab will focus on substance abuse and addiction.

The Research Technologist I will be responsible for running behavioral experiments on rodents in the lab. The Technician will be responsible for running behavioral tests, compiling results, and processing reports. The technician will assist in rat surgeries and help provide respective pre and postoperative care.  The technician will be responsible for the day-to-day care of the animals. All work will be conducted in adherence to IACUC policy. The technician must have good organizational skills, ability to follow instructions and work independently.  Some experience with rudimentary data management is essential.

This position typically requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus 1 year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. It is preferred that the proper candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience or any other related field. 

This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding.

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position: 

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check 
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History- 
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check  

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. 

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 .

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

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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.
  

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  If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
  

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

A full time research technologist 1 position is available in the Neural & Behavioral Sciences Department at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pa.  The work in this lab will focus on substance abuse and addiction.

The Research Technologist I will be responsible for running behavioral experiments on rodents in the lab. The Technician will be responsible for running behavioral tests, compiling results, and processing reports. The technician will assist in rat surgeries and help provide respective pre and postoperative care.  The technician will be responsible for the day-to-day care of the animals. All work will be conducted in adherence to IACUC policy. The technician must have good organizational skills, ability to follow instructions and work independently.  Some experience with rudimentary data management is essential.

This position typically requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus 1 year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. It is preferred that the proper candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience or any other related field. 

This is a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding.

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position: 

• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check 
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History- 
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check  

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. 

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 .

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

EEO is the Law

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, 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.

Affirmative Action

Penn State Policies

Copyright Information

Hotlines

Hershey, PA