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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The McReynolds Lab at Penn State is seeking a motivated and reliable undergraduate researcher to join our team as a part-time lab assistant. This position will support ongoing research focused on understanding redox stress and aging using the model organism Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans). The successful candidate will contribute to experiments investigating the relationship between redox imbalance, NAD+ metabolism, and lifespan regulation.
Key Responsibilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
How to Apply:
Interested students should submit a brief cover letter outlining their interest in the position, a résumé including relevant coursework or lab experience, and the name of one academic or research reference. Please upload materials to this application portal. Questions can be directed to [email protected].
About the Lab:
The McReynolds Lab investigates the intersection of metabolism, redox biology, and aging using C. elegans and mammalian models. Our interdisciplinary team is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive training environment for aspiring scientists.
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