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Part Time Research Support - Cancer Institute

Part-time

Penn State University Talent Acquisition

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Compensation
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Location
University Park, PA
Role Type
Research
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Research Support - Part Time position is described as a senior scientist role involving biomedical research and supervision of lab scientists. It provides expert guidance and hands-on support for establishing experimental systems, configuring equipment and materials, and developing protocols. The role also assists with routine laboratory oversight, equipment readiness, compliance-aligned practices, and troubleshooting technical issues. A doctoral degree in Cancer Research or Immunology and more than 10 years of experience are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Biomedical ResearchLaboratory SupervisionExperimental SystemsLaboratory OperationsEquipment Troubleshooting

Qualifications

Doctoral Degree in Cancer Research or ImmunologyMore Than 10 Years Experience

Full job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 1. 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. 2. 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. 3. 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, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Research Support - Part Time position is a senior scientist position with extensive skills in biomedical research and supervision of lab scientists. - Providing expert guidance and handson support for establishing experimental systems, ensuring proper configuration of equipment, materials, and protocols. - Laboratory Operations Maintenance: Assisting with routine oversight of lab functionality, including equipment readiness, compliancealigned practices, and troubleshooting of technical issues as they arise. - Doctoral degree preferred with a Cancer Research/Immunology field of study. - More than 10 years of experience preferred. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 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. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,042 open Scientist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Pennsylvania median$117–193K/yr36 salary ranges
  • US median$31–38/hr91 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 100 open Scientist jobs in Pennsylvania and 2,042 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Scientist postings that state a minimum ask for (median 3 years, across 1,464 postings).
Education
1,206 of the 2,042 open Scientist jobs (59%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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