Research Technologist - BMB; Tan Lab

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a candidate for a Research Technologist position in the laboratory of Prof. Song Tan in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Express proteins and protein complexes in
  
  E. coli.
• Purify proteins, protein complexes, and protein/DNA complexes using low pressure and high-performance chromatography.
• Analyze proteins and protein/DNA complexes by electrophoresis, spectroscopy, immunoassays, and enzyme activity assays.
• Maintain written and electronic laboratory records.
• Assist with ordering laboratory supplies.
• Maintain laboratory equipment.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in biological science, chemistry, or physics.

This is a term position funded for one year from date of hire with the possibility of renewal.

Salary Range: $34,800.00 - $50,500.00

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University Park, PA