Part-Time Summer Graduate Research Assistant - Eberly College of Science

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Forensic Science Program at The Pennsylvania State University seeks to fill a Graduate Research Assistant position for Summer 2025.  In this position, the selected candidate will be responsible for conducting an independent research study in forensic biology or forensic chemistry using appropriate analytical instrumentation and software and performing preliminary data analyses. 

Job duties will include: 

Designing and writing a research plan for a topic in forensic biology or forensic chemistry

Implementing the research plan and collecting experimental data while using appropriate controls 

Maintaining appropriate lab notes and written documentation of research performed 

Using R or other relevant software to perform preliminary data analysis 

Any other relevant research-related tasks as determined by the supervisor 

The qualified candidate(s) will have obtained a B.S. (or equivalent) in forensic science, biology, chemistry, or a related field, and will have at least one year of relevant laboratory experience. 

Interested and qualified applicants should submit applications electronically and should include a CV and cover letter describing the candidate’s background and interest in the field.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position are filled.

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