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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

We at the Center for Molecular Toxicology and Carcinogenesis at Penn State, seek a diverse pool of candidates for a Research Technologist 3. The position will be based in the Peters Laboratory, with opportunities for collaboration with many programs, centers, and Institutes across the College and University.

This is a limited-term appointment funded for one year, with the opportunity and expectation for continued renewal.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be required to undertake independent research projects, supervise undergraduate research projects, provide assistance with graduate student and postdoctoral research projects, manage routine laboratory procedures including inventories of recombinant plasmids, maintenance of laboratory reagents, organizing, updating and implementing new laboratory protocols, preparation of laboratory reports including statistical analysis of datasets, and perform literature searches for a variety of research projects. The candidate will also oversee all ordering and reconciliations for the laboratory, division of laboratory duties among lab personnel, as well as chemical waste inventory and handling.

Education and Experience: This position typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (such as biology, biochemistry, oncology, physiology, or closely related field) or higher (Master's degree preferred) and 7+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Relevant research experience, a strong interest in nuclear receptors, cancer, transcription, metabolism, and a history of productivity is required. Candidates with expertise animal handling skills, maintaining mouse inventory and standard molecular biology/biochemical techniques including PCR genotyping, isolation of recombinant DNA and RNA, quantifying RNA, protein isolation, western blotting and cell culture required. Familiarity with nuclear receptor signaling, metabolism, genomics, and metabolomics is preferred.

The successful candidate must have completed all degree requirements by the appointment date. Communication, creative leadership, congeniality, and the ability to work cooperatively among a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff, is essential.

Application: Application materials requested are: cover letter, CV, statement of research interests, a statement which addresses past experiences and plans for developing a diverse, inclusive, and equitable program, up to three reprints, and names and contact information for three individuals who can provide references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. All Penn State faculty are expected to comply with relevant policies, maintain high ethical standards, and participate in professional service and/or outreach.

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children), and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/prospective-employee for more detailed information.

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