Research Investigator Sr.
About The Position
The PET Center in the Radiology Department at PSOM, directed by Assistant Professor Mark Sellmyer, MD, PhD, conducts cutting-edge research from tool development to clinical assay. With the vision of expanding the scope of the research carried out at the PET Center, this Senior Research Investigator position is needed to create a new position that will serve as the lead of the new Translational Biology Lab (TBL). The function of the TBL would be carrying out the in vitro and in vivo studies necessary to advance new PET diagnostic tools and new radiotherapeutics into FDA approval for clinical studies. Lead multiple projects in the space of nuclear medicine, theranostic and radiotherapeutics, molecular biology, cancer immunotherapy.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Philosophy, and 5 to 7 years of postdoctoral experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the Translational Biology Lab, ensuring a well-organized, high quality, and compliant research environment while supporting the PET Center's translational mission.
- Train and supervise personnel in molecular biology methods including PCR, cloning, Western blotting, viral vector production, cell transduction, radiotracer uptake assays, LNP assays, ELISA assays, CART cell assays and flow cytometry.
- Train personnel in conducting in vivo studies such as generating rodent models, performing rodent PET scans, and assessing toxicity.
- Perform molecular biology assays and cell-based studies directly and animal studies.
- Lead multiple complex research projects in nuclear medicine, molecular imaging, radiotheranostics, cancer immunotherapy, and related translational fields, coordinating experimental workflows, priorities, and resources.
- Analyze data, prepare research reports, develop manuscripts and contribute to grant applications.
- Maintain the laboratory, including equipment oversight, inventory, and ensuring adherence to laboratory safety and compliance guidelines.
- Develop and maintain collaborations with investigators across the University of Pennsylvania and with external partners to support the advancement of PET diagnostics and radiotherapeutics.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the PET Center's scientific and operational goals.
Benefits
- comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- flexible spending accounts
- tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children
- tuition assistance at other institutions for dependent children
- generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental)
- pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
- wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
- substantial amount of time away from work
- long-term care insurance
- wide variety of programs and resources to help care for health, family, and work-life balance
- array of resources to help advance personally and professionally
- access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
- discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, and mortgages
- free and discounted admission and memberships to Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
- substantial savings on goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks
- flexible work options
- forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia
- adoption assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
