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Part Time - Student (Undergraduate) - Tsotakos Lab Research Associate (2026-2027)
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Undergraduate research associate in the Tsotakos Lab at Penn State Harrisburg, supporting studies on non-coding RNAs in chronic kidney disease through lab maintenance, cell culture, molecular biology experiments, and data analysis.
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Tsotakos Lab at Penn State Harrisburg is seeking up to two undergraduate students for research positions beginning immediately. Research is focused on the role of non-coding RNAs in chronic kidney disease. Other projects, including student-initiated ones, may be explored. The selected candidate(s) will report their progress directly to Dr. Tsotakos.
Job Duties
- General lab maintenance.
- Preparation of materials for experiments.
- Maintenance of mammalian cell culture.
- Implementation of routine Biochemistry and Molecular Biology experiments, such as Western blotting, molecular cloning, and qPCR.
- Data analysis.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Typically require successful completion ofBIOL 230W, Molecules and Cells.
- Preferred qualifications includeBIOL 322, Genetic Analysis, or other related 400-level classes.
- Working knowledge of Excel, Python, and/or R are beneficial.
- Attention to detail and detailed recordkeeping are highly valued.
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