Research Technologist - Molecular and Precision Medicine
Quick Summary
-A BS in a biological sciences field. -Preference will be given to individuals with >1 year of previous genetics, molecular, immunology and/or cell biology research experience.
The Carrel Lab in the Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine at Penn State College of Medicine, in Hershey, PA is seeking a full-time Research Technologist. This individual will perform research on the molecular genetics of complex traits and disorders. Individuals eager to perform research that utilizes a wide variety of molecular techniques are encouraged to apply.
Position description:
-This position requires strong organizational skills, detailed note taking, data collection and documentation, and attention to detail.
-The successful candidate will be expected to perform and troubleshoot experiments with minimal supervision upon training (50%). With experience, they will be expected to contribute to research design, identify problems and recommend solutions (20%).
-Experimental techniques including cell culture, nucleic acid isolation and analyses, e.g. RT-qPCR, and some aspects of high-throughput sequencing data processing.
-This individual will be isolating and processing cells for genomic analysis and therefore must be comfortable working with human patient samples.
-Additionally, responsible for operational activities of the laboratory including routine laboratory maintenance, ordering supplies, writing SOPs, maintaining training and safety documentation, and making common solutions. (20%)
-Will be expected to assist with aspects of manuscript or grant preparation. (5%)
-May supervise aspects of undergraduate and graduate student projects and training of lab personnel in proper usage of equipment. (5%)
Preferred Qualifications:
-A BS in a biological sciences field.
-Preference will be given to individuals with >1 year of previous genetics, molecular, immunology and/or cell biology research experience.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
What We Offer
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $40,608–$58,836 a year
- 26% below the $67,421 median for Other jobs on Jobera (144,323 salaries).
- Posted
- 19 days ago
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 27, 2026
- Last seen
- November 15, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 18
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 31%
- Scored at
- November 15, 2026
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