Research Specialist A/B
About The Position
The Research Specialist A/B conducts research activities in support of project objectives at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine. The Research Specialist A conducts routine experiments under close supervision, contributes to data collection and studies, prepares materials, maintains research tools and resources, and helps keep project documentation and processes accurate and timely. The role also drives a research project by collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data, and supports general laboratory operations, including ordering, receiving items, and maintaining organization. The Research Specialist B performs experiments using a variety of techniques and assists the principal investigator with setting up new laboratory space. This includes ordering, setting up, and maintaining supplies and equipment, and helping transfer protocols and other laboratory resources. The role conducts laboratory research; troubleshoots problems; analyzes data; designs experiments; contributes to research publications; and prepares presentations. It also supports lab management and operations, oversees ordering and organization of reagents, equipment, and protocols, and may train and supervise lab members. The position is contingent upon funding.
Requirements
- Research Specialist A: Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Research Specialist B: Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine experiments and research activities to support project objectives under close supervision (Research Specialist A).
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data for a research project, and present data at group meetings.
- Help with general laboratory operations, including ordering and receiving items and maintaining lab organization.
- Perform experiments using a variety of techniques (Research Specialist B).
- Assist the principal investigator with setting up new laboratory space, including ordering, setup, and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
- Assist with transferring laboratory protocols and handling laboratory website and other new lab logistics as needed.
- Manage laboratory purchasing, including obtaining quotes from sales representatives and selecting optimally priced reagents.
- Conduct laboratory research, troubleshoot problems, analyze data, design research experiments, contribute to research publications, and prepare presentations.
- Participate in lab management and support lab setup and operations; oversee ordering, organization, and maintenance of reagents, equipment, and protocols.
- Train and supervise other lab members as needed, and provide scientific and technical expertise and guidance for ongoing projects.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- 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 at Penn; dependent children may also receive tuition assistance at other institutions.
- Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth savings options and investment choices through TIAA and Vanguard.
- Substantial time away from work during the year.
- Long-term care insurance.
- Wellness and work-life programs and resources.
- Professional and personal development resources.
- Access to University resources, libraries, athletic facilities, cultural activities, and recreational activities.
- Discounts and special services, including arts and cultural memberships, transportation, mortgages, and other goods and services.
- Flexible work options and hours.
- Forgivable home-purchase loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia.
- Adoption expense reimbursement for eligible employees, for up to two adoptions in the household.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
