Research Specialist A/B

University of Pennsylvania

93d • $44,500 - $57,335

About The Position

This is a research position within the Lee Lab in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. The Research Specialist A/B will conduct research and provide technical support to lab projects studying respiratory cell biology and physiology, including how bitter and sweet taste receptors regulate innate immune responses in the respiratory tract in relationship to chronic rhinosinusitis and cystic fibrosis. The Research Specialist will be trained in live-cell fluorescence imaging, molecular biology, and biochemistry techniques in cultured and primary cells as required. The Research Specialist will be trained in isolation and culture of primary cells from human nasal tissue.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in biology, chemistry, or a related biological science (e.g., neuroscience, etc.)
• Strong organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn new techniques and analytical methods
• Reliable and enthusiastic team player

Nice To Haves

• Prior biology lab-related experience
• Strong background in biomedical sciences

Responsibilities

• Maintaining cell culture and transfecting cells
• Performing routine molecular biology work (e.g. cloning and minipreps of plasmids, RNA isolation)
• Contributing toward general lab maintenance (making solutions, cleaning glassware, etc.)
• Carrying out experiments, including but not limited to measurements of cell proliferation, metabolism, signaling, calcium imaging, western blotting, and immunocytochemistry
• Assisting with writing/drafting parts of any scientific papers (methods, results) including the data they generate

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
• Tuition assistance for employees, 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 options
• 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