Research Technologist 4 - Pediatrics

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

A position of Research Technologist is available in Dr. Hong-Gang “H.G.” Wang’s laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics at Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA. Research in this laboratory aims to better understand the fundamental mechanisms of apoptosis and autophagy in the context of oncogenesis. The candidate will act as lab manager and provide research and administrative support; essential duties and responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and supervision of the lab
• Responsible for lab ordering, organizing, stocking, upkeep of equipment, and tracking expenditures
• Work with regulatory offices to ensure lab safety and compliance with institutional requirements
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, conferences and special events
• Act as contact person for lab-related issues
• Assist with research experiments

This position typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher (Master’s degree preferred) plus 10 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  

The candidate should hold a college degree or higher in life sciences or related fields with considerable experience in molecular biology/biochemistry laboratory. The candidate must have excellent organizational abilities and effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Interested candidates should upload a copy of your CV including the contact information for three references.

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. 

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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.
  

• 
  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 position of Research Technologist is available in Dr. Hong-Gang “H.G.” Wang’s laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics at Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA. Research in this laboratory aims to better understand the fundamental mechanisms of apoptosis and autophagy in the context of oncogenesis. The candidate will act as lab manager and provide research and administrative support; essential duties and responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and supervision of the lab
• Responsible for lab ordering, organizing, stocking, upkeep of equipment, and tracking expenditures
• Work with regulatory offices to ensure lab safety and compliance with institutional requirements
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, conferences and special events
• Act as contact person for lab-related issues
• Assist with research experiments

This position typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher (Master’s degree preferred) plus 10 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  

The candidate should hold a college degree or higher in life sciences or related fields with considerable experience in molecular biology/biochemistry laboratory. The candidate must have excellent organizational abilities and effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Interested candidates should upload a copy of your CV including the contact information for three references.

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