Research Specialist A/B

University of Pennsylvania

103d • $44,500 - $57,335

About The Position

The Vahedi Lab at the University of Pennsylvania is seeking a highly motivated Research Specialist A or B to join our multidisciplinary team. Our lab integrates cutting-edge experimental and computational approaches to uncover the molecular mechanisms that govern cell fate determination in the immune system. More about our research can be found at http://vahedilab.com/. The Research Specialist will contribute to all aspects of ongoing projects, with responsibilities including day-to-day laboratory operations, purchasing/ordering, and processing human pancreas tissue for the Human Pancreas Analysis Program (HPAP). Additional duties include maintaining cell lines, performing primary cell culture, flow cytometry staining, and managing a small mouse colony in collaboration with the Principal Investigator. This position offers opportunities for independent research projects, as well as training in next-generation sequencing and computational biology. Research Specialist B: Will undertake the duties outlined for the A level and also will work on research projects utilizing RNA/DNA FISH and/or next-generation sequencing (NGS) experiments.

Requirements

• RS-A - Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• RS-B - Bachelor of Science required, Masters preferred and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lab management/purchasing and ordering
• Maintaining mouse colony
• Tissue processing for the Human Pancreas Analysis Program
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• Generous retirement plans including Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans.
• Substantial time away from work for personal needs.
• Long-term care insurance for faculty and staff.
• 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 options.
• Home ownership services including a forgivable loan for eligible employees.
• Adoption assistance for qualified expenses.

What This Job Offers

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