Research Investigator, Senior

University of Pennsylvania
$41,454 - $80,891Onsite

About The Position

A Senior Research Investigator position will be immediately available in Dr. Ling Qin’s laboratory in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. The primary focus of this job is to assist with research on human bone marrow mesenchymal and hematopoietic cells that are related to diseases such as osteoporosis and cancers. Other job duties include lab management, record keeping, and small animal handling. Candidate must be self-motivated and the recipient of a Ph.D. or M.D. The successful candidate should have strong background in standard molecular and biological techniques, cell culture and/or animal model. Previous experience in bone biology, immunohistochemistry, and bone marrow stromal stem cell culture is preferred but not required. The candidate is expected to design and execute experiments, collect and analyze data, and publish papers in scientific journals.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. or M.D.
  • Strong background in standard molecular and biological techniques
  • Strong background in cell culture and/or animal model
  • 5 to 7 years of postdoctoral experience

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience in bone biology
  • Previous experience in immunohistochemistry
  • Previous experience in bone marrow stromal stem cell culture

Responsibilities

  • Lab management
  • Record keeping
  • Small animal handling
  • Design and execute experiments
  • Collect and analyze data
  • Publish papers in scientific journals

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Prescription insurance
  • Behavioral health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Generous retirement plans
  • Time away from work
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Wellness and Work-life Resources
  • Access to University resources
  • Discounts and Special Services
  • Flexible Work Hours
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