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Part-Time Assistant Laboratory Analyst

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Feb 18, 2026
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 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. 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. 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 Agricultural Analytical Services Laboratory (AASL) in the College of Agricultural Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking applicants for a part-time Assistant Laboratory Analyst position. The position will begin at 15-20 hours per week starting in March and increase to 30-40 hours per week from May through August 2026, with the possibility of extension. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in a high-volume agricultural testing laboratory. The AASL provides analytical testing and research-based recommendations that support sustainable resource management decisions. The laboratory offers comprehensive analyses of soil, growing media, water, plant tissue, manure, compost, biosolids, and other agricultural materials. The Assistant Laboratory Analyst will primarily support sample intake and preparation activities, including: Receiving, logging, and sorting agricultural samples Preparing samples for analysis (drying, grinding, mixing, subsampling, and extractions) Operating and maintaining basic laboratory equipment, including pipettes, analytical balances, pH and conductivity meters, filtration manifolds, drying ovens, muffle furnaces, and laboratory dishwashers Assisting with data entry and sample tracking using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Performing all duties in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory safety protocols Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies: Current Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences undergraduate students are preferred Previous laboratory experience is preferred but not required Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow written procedures Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $15/hour . Applicants should submit a brief cover letter summarizing their training and relevant experience, along with a current resume. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Kyle Elkin (kre5000@psu.edu) or John Spargo (jts29@psu.edu). 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