Research Specialist A
University of Pennsylvania
•$45,278 - $51,190•Onsite
About The Position
The Dowling Lab focuses on childhood muscle diseases, particularly muscle disorders that present in infancy, including congenital myopathies and congenital muscular dystrophies. Using a combinatorial approach that includes new gene discovery, model organism development, viral and non-viral gene therapies, and both targeted and large-scale screening drug discovery approaches, the Dowling lab is dedicated to uncovering disease mechanisms and advancing therapy development.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Undergraduate experience in mouse handling, tissue handling, histology and basic molecular biology preferred
- Collaborative attitude and willingness to learn new techniques under the supervision of qualified lab staff.
- Ability to work independently after sufficient training provided by lab staff
- Strong organizational and recording keeping skills.
- Desire to learn new techniques and biological concepts.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with maintenance and husbandry of the Dowling lab mouse colony
- Assisting with a variety of mouse experiments, including behavioral assays, dosing and dissection, and performing tissue processing and histology (all with appropriate training provided)
- Involvement in lab organization and basic day-to-day maintenance tasks.
- Careful record keeping and notetaking, particularly in regard to animal colony management
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
- Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental)
- Substantial amount of time away from work
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Wellness and Work-life Resources
- Professional and Personal Development resources
- Access to a wide range of University resources, cultural and recreational activities
- Discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, mortgages, new cars, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and theme parks.
- Flexible work options
- Home Ownership Services (forgivable loan for eligible employees)
- Adoption Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
