Research Specialist A/B

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
$45,278 - $57,335Onsite

About The Position

The Lab of Dr. Ronald DeMatteo is seeking a full-time Research Specialist. The translational research lab is currently focused on optimizing the use of immune therapy with molecular therapy to achieve better oncologic outcomes for patients with gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). This position requires work with mouse models, like husbandry, i.v, i.p, s.c injection and tissue harvesting. Prior mouse experience preferred but not required. This position is well-suited for recent graduate (BS) who is looking for lab experience before moving on to graduate school or medical school.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required for Research Specialist A.
  • Bachelor of Science and 1-2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required for Research Specialist B.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior mouse experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in and perform experiments, data analysis and data presentation under the direct supervision of a senior lab staff.
  • Be involved in tissue acquisition and processing of human and mouse samples.
  • Maintain cell lines, primary cell culturing, performing flow cytometry, western blots, ELISA, DNA, and RNA isolation, keeping inventory and ordering supplies.
  • Manage laboratory resources, materials, and supplies.
  • Conduct autonomous research.
  • Oversee large mouse colony for research purposes across labs.
  • Oversee the day-to-day function of this NIH, Foundation and Industry funded program.
  • Ensure experiments are completed on a timely basis, adequate supplies and other resources are available based on current and future expectations, and timelines are established and followed for analyzing data with the overall goal of optimizing the use of immune therapy with molecular therapy to achieve better oncologic outcomes in GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors) research.

Benefits

  • Excellent healthcare
  • Tuition benefits for employees and their families
  • Generous retirement benefits
  • Wide variety of professional development opportunities
  • Supportive work and family benefits
  • Wealth of health and wellness programs and resources
  • 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 employee, spouse, and dependent children
  • Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental)
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Wellness and Work-life Resources
  • Professional and Personal Development resources
  • Access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
  • Discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, and mortgages
  • Flexible work options
  • Home Ownership Services (forgivable loan for eligible employees)
  • Adoption Assistance
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