CPT Laboratory Supervisor Jobs
Laboratory Supervisor CPT jobs let F-1 students apply hands-on lab management skills as a required part of their degree program. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before you start work, and the role must directly connect to your field of study, whether that's biology, chemistry, environmental science, or a related discipline.
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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.
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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.
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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, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Student Laboratory Assistant_Level 1 (MBIOT co-op)
Huck Institute of the Life Sciences - CSL Behring Fermentation Facility
Position Overview:
Responsibilities in this position will include being involved in bioprocessing activities including fermentation, separation process (cell lysis, centrifugation, filtration), purification of bio-based products using FPLC, and performing analytical procedures. This position is only available to the students who are currently enrolled in MBIOT program.
Job Description and Requirements:
- Primary responsibilities will be to support the CSL Behring Fermentation Facility’s day-to-day activities such as routine maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, preparing buffers as well as microbial nutrient media and stock solution, and record keeping.
- Additionally, the student co-op will be trained on equipment, processes, techniques, and fundamental principles of microbial fermentation and bioprocessing.
- Work will primarily be performed under supervision and guidance by staff in the facility.
- Training will cover the use of equipment related to fermentation, processing of microbial biomass, purification and separation techniques. Typical equipment used would include bioreactors at various scales, biomass processing equipment, and tangential flow filtration and chromatography systems as well.
- Will be required to go through Penn State Laboratory safety training via PSU-EHS if this has not been previously completed.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong laboratory experience specifically with microbial fermentation, media preparation, aseptic conditions
- Use of biosafety cabinet for microbial culturing including familiarity at various scales from shake flasks to benchtop bioreactors.
- This position requires strong organizational and communication skills in clearly presenting experimental results and providing updates
- Use of basic computer software such as Microsoft Office for analysis of data
- Ability to follow protocols and record laboratory notes and data in an organized fashion.
- Available to work in the facility during the 2027 Spring semester between 30 to 40 hours/week.
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $15.00/HR.
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.
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, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Student Laboratory Assistant_Level 1 (MBIOT co-op)
Huck Institute of the Life Sciences - CSL Behring Fermentation Facility
Position Overview:
Responsibilities in this position will include being involved in bioprocessing activities including fermentation, separation process (cell lysis, centrifugation, filtration), purification of bio-based products using FPLC, and performing analytical procedures. This position is only available to the students who are currently enrolled in MBIOT program.
Job Description and Requirements:
- Primary responsibilities will be to support the CSL Behring Fermentation Facility’s day-to-day activities such as routine maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, preparing buffers as well as microbial nutrient media and stock solution, and record keeping.
- Additionally, the student co-op will be trained on equipment, processes, techniques, and fundamental principles of microbial fermentation and bioprocessing.
- Work will primarily be performed under supervision and guidance by staff in the facility.
- Training will cover the use of equipment related to fermentation, processing of microbial biomass, purification and separation techniques. Typical equipment used would include bioreactors at various scales, biomass processing equipment, and tangential flow filtration and chromatography systems as well.
- Will be required to go through Penn State Laboratory safety training via PSU-EHS if this has not been previously completed.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong laboratory experience specifically with microbial fermentation, media preparation, aseptic conditions
- Use of biosafety cabinet for microbial culturing including familiarity at various scales from shake flasks to benchtop bioreactors.
- This position requires strong organizational and communication skills in clearly presenting experimental results and providing updates
- Use of basic computer software such as Microsoft Office for analysis of data
- Ability to follow protocols and record laboratory notes and data in an organized fashion.
- Available to work in the facility during the 2027 Spring semester between 30 to 40 hours/week.
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $15.00/HR.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsLaboratory Supervisor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Laboratory Supervisor role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position is directly tied to your degree program and your school documents that connection in your curriculum. Your DSO will evaluate whether supervisory lab work, such as overseeing safety protocols, managing lab staff, or directing research operations, meets your program's practical training requirement. The job description you submit to your DSO should reflect those curricular connections explicitly.
Do employers need to file anything with USCIS to hire me on CPT?
No. CPT work authorization is managed entirely by your school through SEVIS. Your employer doesn't file a petition or pay any USCIS fees. The employer's only obligation is to verify your employment eligibility through Form I-9, using your F-1 visa documents and CPT-endorsed I-20. Some larger labs also use E-Verify, which is a separate employer-side process.
Can I work as a Laboratory Supervisor on CPT while finishing my degree?
Yes, but the role must remain integral to your coursework throughout the authorization period. Part-time CPT of 20 hours or fewer per week while enrolled full-time is the standard structure for students who haven't yet defended or graduated. Full-time CPT is possible during official breaks or in final semesters when your program explicitly requires it.
How do I find Laboratory Supervisor jobs where employers are comfortable with CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for Laboratory Supervisor roles and filter by employers with prior international hiring activity. Research hospitals, university-affiliated labs, and pharmaceutical contract organizations are the most frequent CPT employers in lab settings. Employers who have filed LCAs for lab roles in the past are generally more familiar with international student work authorization.
What happens to my CPT authorization if the lab changes my job title or duties?
A material change in title or responsibilities may require a new CPT authorization from your DSO. If your employer promotes you from a junior lab role to Laboratory Supervisor mid-employment, notify your DSO immediately. Working outside the scope of your authorized CPT is a status violation, and your I-20 must reflect the actual role you're performing.