Research Specialist A/B

University of Pennsylvania

136d • $44,500 - $57,335

About The Position

The Geffen laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania has an opening for a Research Specialist. We seek a creative, friendly, and responsible individual with an interest in systems neuroscience to join our team. Our laboratory studies the neuronal circuits for sound perception and auditory learning. We also work on mouse models of autism spectrum disorders with a focus on auditory sensitivity. Our laboratory is a close-knit community of energetic scientists striving to help one another while exploring the mysteries of the brain. Our trainees have won numerous awards and have been awarded government and private foundation grants. The systems neuroscience community at the University of Pennsylvania is top-notch and highly collaborative, and our lab members will have opportunities to engage in interdepartmental initiatives, including MindCore, MINS, and CNI. Penn has a gorgeous campus and offers many cultural activities. Philadelphia is a beautiful city with world-class music, food, and entertainment.

Requirements

• Research Specialist A: A Bachelor's degree in life sciences or psychology, along with 0 to 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Research Specialist B: A Bachelor's Degree and 1 to 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn new techniques and analytical methods.
• Ability to be a reliable and enthusiastic team player.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of experience in laboratory research for Research Specialist B.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot experiments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and provide technical support to several projects using electrophysiological, optogenetic, imaging, and/or behavioral methods in rodents.
• Behavioral training of rodents.
• Assisting with electrophysiological, optogenetic, and imaging experiments.
• Cryopreservation and immunohistochemistry of brain tissue.
• Organizing and maintaining laboratory logs and data.
• Performing general laboratory maintenance.
• Conduct laboratory research, troubleshoot problems, analyze data, design new research experiments and publications, and prepare presentations.
• Participate in lab management, help support lab setup and operations, and oversee ordering, organization, and maintenance of reagents, equipment, and protocols.
• Train and supervise other lab members as needed, providing scientific and technical expertise and guidance for ongoing projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Tuition assistance for employees, their spouses, and dependent children.
• Generous retirement plans.
• Substantial time away from work.
• Long-term care insurance.
• Wellness and work-life resources.
• Professional and personal development resources.
• Access to university resources and cultural activities.
• Discounts and special services for faculty and staff.
• Flexible work hours.
• Home ownership services.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees