dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
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THE POSITION
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Are you looking for an opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience working in a scientific environment? The Department of Agriculture's Division of Agronomic and Regional Services is seeking a candidate for the position of Laboratory Assistant to provide support to the State Seed Laboratory.
Help protect Pennsylvania's natural resources and vital agriculture and take the next step in your career - apply today!
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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As a Laboratory Assistant, you will perform a variety of computer, housekeeping, and entry-level seed laboratory tasks. This includes entering seed sample and testing information into the database, performing basic seed testing duties, and properly maintaining laboratory equipment. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Temporary, Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
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QUALIFICATIONS
Additional Requirements:
- You must be willing and able to work in Dauphin County, PA.
- You must be willing to work a temporary, full-time schedule without benefits.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
- Experience working in a laboratory.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$17.38 - $23.99 Hourly
Jul 15, 2025