Research Technologist - Molecular and Precision Medicine / Medicine
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Responsibilities
~1 min read- Collaborate with senior postdoctoral fellows/scholars on projects investigating placental infection biology and organoid-based models
- Perform and optimize molecular and cellular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/RT-PCR, immunoblotting, imaging-based assays, and related workflows
- Support organoid culture systems and infection assays under established protocols
- Contribute to experimental troubleshooting and refinement of protocols
- Maintain rigorous documentation of experimental procedures and results
- Assist in data organization and figure generation for peer-reviewed manuscripts and grant applications
- Prepare publication-quality graphs and visual data summaries
- Contribute to preparation of methods sections and experimental descriptions
- Present journal club and technical updates during laboratory meetings
- Participate actively in scientific discussions related to ongoing projects
- Supervise and mentor Research Technologist I staff responsible for routine laboratory and colony maintenance tasks
- Ensure quality control and reproducibility across experimental workflows
- Assist with training new laboratory personnel in established protocols
- Support overall laboratory organization, inventory management, and compliance standards
- Maintain equipment and ensure readiness for experimental workflows
- Contribute to SOP adherence and regulatory documentation as required
Requirements
~1 min read- Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, or related life science discipline
- 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in molecular and cellular biology techniques
- Experience generating and organizing experimental data
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with organoid culture systems or infection models
- Experience contributing to peer-reviewed publications
- Familiarity with imaging, data visualization tools, or statistical software
- Prior experience in an academic medical center
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
~1 min read
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $44,628–$64,668 a year
- 20% below the $68,120 median for Other jobs on Jobera (125,697 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 27, 2026
- Last seen
- October 27, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 63%
- Scored at
- October 27, 2026
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