Research Technologist 1

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College seeks outstanding applicants for a Chemistry Research Technologist to oversee and facilitate day-to-day operations of chemistry laboratories starting Fall 2021.

We are searching for a highly organized and self-motivated individual, ideally with previous work in a laboratory setting and who can work under limited supervision.

Duties include:

• Preparing and standardizing solutions
• Establishing experimental set-ups
• Maintaining chemical waste area
• Ensuring cleanliness and safety of lab and storage areas
• Communicating operations with others
• Monitoring and ordering laboratory supplies
• Updating inventory and logs
• Maintaining equipment

Routine maintenance of specialized equipment such as filling a NMR with liquid nitrogen and helium, changing instrument gas tanks, refilling electrodes, calibrating meters, cleaning instrumentation, and notifying direct supervisor of any malfunctions.

This position requires a bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely-related field plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience​.

This is a limited term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of becoming a permanent position.

This is an 100% full-time equivalency (FTE), typically, working year round, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 3200 students offering twenty baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of 180 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Penn State Altoona offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.

Applicants should include the following in their application:

• Cover letter establishing their qualifications
• Current resume
• Minimum of three letters of reference under separate cover should be sent to Jess Roland at [email protected] .

All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. Review of applications will begin on September 20, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled.

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

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion and belonging that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, and leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity. We value inclusion and belonging as core strengths and essential elements of our public service mission.

For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our web page at http://www.altoona.psu.edu .

For additional information about our chemistry faculty and program, please see our web site at http://www.aa.psu.edu/chemistry/ .

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.

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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 .
  

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University, the Altoona College seeks outstanding applicants for a Chemistry Research Technologist to oversee and facilitate day-to-day operations of chemistry laboratories starting Fall 2021.

We are searching for a highly organized and self-motivated individual, ideally with previous work in a laboratory setting and who can work under limited supervision.

Duties include:

• Preparing and standardizing solutions
• Establishing experimental set-ups
• Maintaining chemical waste area
• Ensuring cleanliness and safety of lab and storage areas
• Communicating operations with others
• Monitoring and ordering laboratory supplies
• Updating inventory and logs
• Maintaining equipment

Routine maintenance of specialized equipment such as filling a NMR with liquid nitrogen and helium, changing instrument gas tanks, refilling electrodes, calibrating meters, cleaning instrumentation, and notifying direct supervisor of any malfunctions.

This position requires a bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely-related field plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience​.

This is a limited term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of becoming a permanent position.

This is an 100% full-time equivalency (FTE), typically, working year round, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Located in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Penn State Altoona is a largely residential campus of 3200 students offering twenty baccalaureate degree programs and the first two years of 180 Penn State baccalaureate degrees. Only 40 miles from the University Park campus, Penn State Altoona offers the advantages of small college teaching with the readily available resources of a major research university. Penn State Altoona offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package.

Applicants should include the following in their application:

• Cover letter establishing their qualifications
• Current resume
• Minimum of three letters of reference under separate cover should be sent to Jess Roland at [email protected] .

All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. Review of applications will begin on September 20, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled.

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

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion and belonging that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, and leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity. We value inclusion and belonging as core strengths and essential elements of our public service mission.

For additional information about Penn State Altoona, please visit our web page at http://www.altoona.psu.edu .

For additional information about our chemistry faculty and program, please see our web site at http://www.aa.psu.edu/chemistry/ .

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

Altoona, PA