Research Specialist A
About The Position
A full-time position for a Research Specialist is immediately available in the Department of Microbiology in the laboratory of Dr. Michela Locci. The research goal of the laboratory is to elucidate the immunobiology of T follicular helper (Tfh) cells and antibody responses in health and disease. The Research Specialist will perform basic immunology experiments using in vivo mouse models, cell cultures and analysis of samples by flow cytometry and histology. Additionally, the work will include general laboratory maintenance duties and management of our mouse colony. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, motivated, able to work efficiently, carefully record and organize experiments, sustain independent projects as well as work as a member of a team.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Immunology or related fields and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with at least 2-3 years of laboratory experience in small animal model biology is preferred.
- Experience with flow cytometry is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Mouse work. Maintain mouse colony; mouse husbandry and genotyping.
- Performing in vivo experiments including IP drug adminstration, footpad immunization, viral infection, blood collection, retro-orbital, cell transfer, tissue dissection (lymph nodes, spleen, etc.)
- Tissue culture work. Preparation of single cell suspensions from various tissues, especially lymph nodes, spleen, tonsil and blood.
- Cell isolation/enrichment by magnetic beads or flow cytometry.
- Set up of invitro cell culture and functional assays
- Moleulcar biology. DNA/RNA purification: cDNA preparation : PCR amplification, qPCR
- General Laboratory Maintenance. Solution preparation, autoclaving of pipette tips, stocking tissue; culture room, ordering reagents and supplies
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Position contingent upon funding.
Benefits
- comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
- exceptional tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- tuition assistance at other institutions for dependent children
- generous retirement plans
- pre-tax or Roth basis retirement savings
- wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
- substantial amount of time away from work
- long-term care insurance
- wide variety of programs and resources to help care for health, family, and work-life balance
- array of resources to help advance yourself personally and professionally
- access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities
- free or discounted admission and memberships to Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
- substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks
- flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments
- forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia
- reimbursement for qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
