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Part-Time Lab and Field Research Assistant

Penn State University
Posted 5 months ago, valid for 9 days
Location

University Park, IL 60484, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at Penn State is seeking lab and field research assistants for the Allen Stream Ecology Lab.
  • Candidates should have a valid driver's license and the ability to perform both field and lab duties, including equipment handling and data collection.
  • The position requires at least 1 year of experience in a relevant field and offers a salary of $15 per hour.
  • Successful applicants must complete background checks and may be required to operate a motor vehicle as part of their duties.
  • Penn State is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

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.

 

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Ecosystem Science and Management is seeking lab and field research assistants to work in the Allen Stream Ecology Lab at Penn State.

Field duties will include:

  • Assisting other lab members in traveling to field sites
  • Carrying equipment to stream research sites that may be off-trail and rugged conditions with or without accommodation
  • Installing and maintaining sensors and data loggers
  • Measuring stream habitat variables
  • Sampling water
  • Collecting aquatic organisms
  • Taking field notes

Lab duties will include:

  • Assisting other lab members in processing aquatic organism samples in the lab
  • Using microscopes
  • Conducting molecular analyses
  • Cleaning lab equipment
  • Taking lab notes

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

 

 

 

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.

 

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.

 

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

 

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