
Part Time Research Position- Nuclear Engineering
Part-timePenn State University Talent Acquisition
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The Department of Nuclear Engineering at Penn State accepts applications for part-time research positions supporting faculty on specific needs related to current research projects. Duties and hours vary by position and may include data collection, compilation and entry, and other research-related tasks. These positions are short in duration, and applications are reviewed as needs arise.
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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 Department of Nuclear Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University is accepting applications for part-time research positions to support departmental faculty on specific needs surrounding their current research projects. Job Duties Research related job duties and hours vary but may include: 1. Data collection 2. Compilation and entry 3. Other research related tasks These positions are part time and short in duration. Applications will be received on an ongoing basis and reviewed as need arises. Hours for each position will vary. 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.
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Set against the 4,866 open Researcher jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Pennsylvania median$78–125K/yr38 salary ranges
- US median$25–38/hr367 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 349 open Researcher jobs in Pennsylvania and 4,866 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
- University of Pennsylvania167 open
- Penn State University Talent Acquisition (this employer)63 open
- Carnegie Mellon University58 open
- Experience
- Researcher postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (1,626 postings).
- Education
- 3,276 of the 4,866 open Researcher jobs (67%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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