Part-time Research Assistant - Hershey, United States - Penn State University

Penn State University

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Hershey, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Part time

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Amatya Lab, in the Department of Pediatrics, at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA, is seeking a qualified, motivated Summer Intern to join a talented research team focusing on developmental mechanistic studies to identify pathogenesis and genetic susceptibilities of lung disease in premature infants.

We are searching for a highly organized and self-motivated individual.

Responsibilities:

Execution of record keeping, organization and maintenance of databases, and related tasks
Maintain laboratory equipment and certifications.
Maintain laboratory compliance.
Maintain inventory of study samples, raw materials, buffers, and reagents

Requirements:

Must be a current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in a relevant field (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline).
Initiative: The ability to take the initiative, ask questions, and actively engage in research activities is highly valued.
Time Commitment: Interns are expected to commit to a fulltime schedule during a sixweek course in the summer of 2024. The exact start and end dates can be discussed during the interview process.

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.

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