Research Technologist - The Schatz Center for Tree Molecular Genetics
The Hamilton Lab at The Pennsylvania State University
is seeking a candidate for a Research Technologist to develop and manage
research projects, ensure quality and cost effectiveness, mentor staff,
and author or coauthor published documents.
This position will manage laboratory, greenhouse, and field operations
for the Hamilton Lab in research related to conservation and restoration
for forest trees. Responsibilities include management and execution of
workflow to complete research projects using genomics and greenhouse
experiments in plants. The position will require leadership in the
implementation of organization of field-collected material for plant
genetics projects, the use of molecular methods; including an ability to
troubleshoot DNA/RNA extraction for plants; preparation of data summaries
and written reports; contributions to the development and maintenance
of greenhouse, or growth chamber experiments, and include basic genetic
and statistical analyses in a collaborative environment.
This position will manage laboratory operations, ensure compliance with
safety requirements, contribute to financial management, and participate
in broader impacts. The Hamilton Lab uses lab and field experiments,
physiology, and genomics to study adaptation to climate change in forest
trees, with goals of informing conservation and restoration under
environmental change. This is a limited term position funded for one
year from date of hire with excellent possibility of refunding.
Education and Experience:
This position will be filled as an Advanced of Senior Professional
depending on the final applicant's education and experience. For the
Advanced Professional level, the minimum requirements are a Bachelor’s
degree and 3 or more years of relevant experience or an equivalent
combination of education and experience. Additional experience and/or
education and competencies are required for higher level jobs.
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.
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.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$42,100.00 - $74,000.00
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing research
interests and experience, a curriculum vitae, and contact information
for three professional references to the WorkDay link below. This is
a limited-term position funded for one year from date of hire with an
excellent possibility of re-funding for multiple additional years. This
position will be located at Pennsylvania State University in University
Park in State College, Pennsylvania. Review of applications will begin
immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants are
required to have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in an appropriate field
and be able to provide evidence that all requirements have been met for
completion of the Ph.D. prior to the effective date of hire. Informal
inquiries are welcome – contact Jill Hamilton (jvh6349@psu.edu)
Research Technologist - The Schatz Center for Tree Molecular Genetics
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Jill Hamilton
Director, Schatz Center in Tree Molecular Genetics
Ibberson Chair of Silviculture Research
Department of Ecosystem Science and Management
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA, USA
16802
(she/her/hers)
jvh6349@psu.edu
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