Research Laboratory Technician

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Works with complex systems or perform highly technical mechanical or diagnostic tests in medical or scientific laboratories. Assists the laboratory manager to perform complex laboratory maintenance tasks and other laboratory projects, as assigned. Will assists senior level researchers on various supervised research projects within the lab. The technician will carry out routine tasks such as preparation of media and reagents, place orders for supplies, help maintain inventory and place lab equipment in their designated areas at the end of the day.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

Cell culture maintenance - media changes and cell passaging
Monthly mycoplasma testing
Preparing buffers/media
DNA extractions
PCRs
General lab upkeep - waste removal, stocking, monitoring inventory
Providing support to generate ROs
Providing support in the transfection workflow, i.e. preparation of Matrigel plates, cell seeding, amplifying constructs, screening single colonies.
Other duties assigned

Benefits

excellent healthcare
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
tuition assistance
generous retirement plans
Long-Term Care Insurance
Wellness and Work-life Resources
Professional and Personal Development
Discounts and Special Services
Flexible Work Hours
Penn Home Ownership Services
Adoption Assistance