Research Technician - Intestinal Organoid Models (Nutrition & Microbiome - Singh Lab)

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This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Singh Lab In the Department of Nutritional Sciences isseekinga highly motivated Research Technologist to support ongoing studiesusingOrganoid Models.The successful candidate is expected to have experience with intestinal organoid models and will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a range of fundamental medical science techniques, contributing to both the experimental and operational aspects of the lab

In this role, the Research Technologist will contributetoestablishingorganoidmodels and tothe design and execution of research projects by developing and conducting experiments,evaluatingand refining methodologies, and supporting investigators in the effective use of laboratory techniques. The position plays a key role in ensuring high-quality data through careful collection, analysis, and reporting, whilemaintainingdata integrity.

LOCATION

This position islocatedat the University Park Campus, in State College, PA.Dueto the nature of theworkfull onsite presence isrequired.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish andmaintainhuman intestinal organoid cultures from primary tissues or established lines, including crypt isolation, 3D matrix embedding, and long-term maintenance.

• Optimizeandstandardizeprotocols for passaging, differentiation, and cryopreservation of intestinal organoids to ensure robust and reproducible model performance.

• Design andexecutein vitro intervention studies relevant to the lab's focus on nutrition and the gut microbiome (e.g., nutrients, microbial metabolites, probiotics, inflammatory mediators, pharmacologic agents).

• Assistwith dietary intervention studies in mouse models and helping to update IACUC and IBC protocols

• Contributeto lab meetings, figure preparation, and documentation for manuscripts and grant reports

• Execute and develop data collection procedures; record, correlate, and analyze data; prepare analysis summaries.

• Contribute to the design of research methods;identifypotential problems; recommend solutions and technical approaches for problem solving

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Microbiology, Nutrition, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field

• 1 year ofpreviouslaboratory research experience,with organoid models,is desired

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in data collection and record-keeping

• Ability to analyze data and prepare summaries or reports

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $38,300.00 - $55,500.00.

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