Part-time Research Support - Keller Lab

Job TitleThe Children's Eating Behavior Laboratory under the direction of Dr. Kathleen L. Keller in the Department of Nutritional Sciences is seeking applicants to perform the following duties: Assisting with ongoing and planned recruitment activities Participating in new recruitment opportunities in the community Preparing laboratory test-meals for delivering to children as part of research studies. Organizing study materials and sample kits for mailing to families. Entering and cleaning data. Candidates are encouraged to have training in nutrition, food science or a related field, as well as to show attention to detail, a positive attitude, patience with children and a willingness to work as part of a team. This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. 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.