Manager Research Project C

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This manager position in the Penn Cytomics and Cell Sorting SRL, a resource of the Abramson Cancer Center, coordinates and performs highly complex flow cytometry training and education to support basic and translational research across the University of Pennsylvania. This position demands extensive expertise in all aspects of analytical cytometry and cell sorting, especially high-dimensional panel design. The manager is expected to be proficient in a wide range of BD instrumentation, including FACSymphony platforms, FACSAria/Aria Fusion, and Discover A8/S8 imaging platforms, as well as FACSDiva and FACSChorus software programs. Responsibilities include: working closely as training/education lead with the Directors of Penn Cytomics to develop and operationalize a robust training program; coordinating staff and instrument availability for timely, successful completion of training modules; development, implementation, and adherence to rigorous SOP to achieve uniformity and reproducibility of training. To improve and revitalize a comprehensive curriculum that includes didactic as well as hands on sessions. The manage would work closely with program leaders and individuals to deliever state-of-the art cytomic training and to consult with investigators in designing cytomic experiments, performing the experiencents, analyzing the data and preparing figures and sections of grants and manuscripts.. The manager will interact with high-level internal and external collaborators, including Penn’s Center for Cellular Immunotherapies, I3H, and Waters (formerly BD Biosciences). This position requires exceptional communication skills; the manager will make presentations not only institutionally, but also at the national and international levels.

Requirements

Master of Science and 5 to 7 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Proficiency in a wide range of BD instrumentation, including FACSymphony platforms, FACSAria/Aria Fusion, and Discover A8/S8 imaging platforms, as well as FACSDiva and FACSChorus software programs.
Extensive expertise in all aspects of analytical cytometry and cell sorting, especially high-dimensional panel design.
Exceptional communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Educational degree in the field of Biological Science.

Responsibilities

Working closely as training/education lead with the Directors of Penn Cytomics to develop and operationalize a robust training program.
Coordinating staff and instrument availability for timely, successful completion of training modules.
Development, implementation, and adherence to rigorous SOP to achieve uniformity and reproducibility of training.
Improve and revitalize a comprehensive curriculum that includes didactic as well as hands on sessions.
Work closely with program leaders and individuals to deliver state-of-the art cytomic training.
Consult with investigators in designing cytomic experiments, performing the experiments, analyzing the data and preparing figures and sections of grants and manuscripts.
Make presentations not only institutionally, but also at the national and international levels.

Benefits

Excellent healthcare benefits for employees and their families.
Tuition benefits for employees and their families.
Generous retirement benefits.
A wide variety of professional development opportunities.
Supportive work and family benefits.
A wealth of health and wellness programs and resources.
Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
Retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) with pre-tax or Roth basis options.
Wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Substantial amount of time away from work (vacations, personal affairs, illness, family time).
Long-Term Care Insurance.
Wellness and Work-life Resources.
Professional and Personal Development resources.
Access to a wide range of University resources, cultural and recreational activities.
Discounts and Special Services (arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, new cars, cellular phone service, movie tickets, theme parks).
Flexible Work Hours.
Penn Home Ownership Services (forgivable loan for eligible employees).
Adoption Assistance.