Research Specialist A
About The Position
Dr. Shelley Berger’s laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology is seeking a highly motivated Research Specialist A to join our multidisciplinary team. This person will be under the direct supervision of Dr. Charly Good, a Research Assistant Professor in Cell & Developmental Biology. Dr. Good’s lab integrates cutting-edge genomic and epigenetic approaches to understand how perturbations in the epigenome lead to aberrant gene expression programs in cancer. Our overarching goal is to uncover vulnerable pathways for targeted cancer therapy. This is an excellent opportunity to learn a wide array of molecular biology and genomics techniques and contribute to cutting-edge cancer research. An aptitude for quick learning, multitasking, manual dexterity, and strong interpersonal skills is required. The Good lab values a supportive and collaborative environment. More information about our research can be found at https://bergerlab.med.upenn.edu/. Previous research experience preferred, with preference for prior experience in cancer biology and molecular biology. The ideal candidate will be a recent college graduate looking to obtain biomedical research experience prior to entering graduate school (PhD) or medical school (MD or MD/PhD). Position is contingent upon continued grant funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Background or interest in cancer biology, molecular biology, genomics.
- Highly motivated and organized, with a good work ethic.
- Ability to sustain independent projects as well as work as a member of a team.
- Follows protocols with attention to detail.
- Carefully record and organize experiments.
- Produce accurate and high-quality work.
- Think creatively to solve problems.
- Excellent skills in communication, organization, and time management.
- Able to work efficiently
Nice To Haves
- Previous research experience preferred
- Prior experience in cancer biology and molecular biology
- Recent college graduate looking to obtain biomedical research experience prior to entering graduate school (PhD) or medical school (MD or MD/PhD)
Responsibilities
- Drive a research project (collect, analyze and interpret data, and present data at group meetings)
- Modify/troubleshoot procedures
- Assist in planning experiments
- Report progress to the PI, Dr. Good
- Keep accurate laboratory notebooks
- Perform data analysis
- Assist in publication preparation
- Help with general maintenance of the research laboratory
- Facilitate the molecular biology, epigenetics, and genomics experiments in the cancer research group
- Work closely with members of Dr. Berger’s laboratory
- Collect, analyze and interpret data, and present data at group meetings
- Research discussions and meetings with lab members and supervisors
- Bench work using including molecular biology and cell biology techniques, cancer biology assays, genomics and epigenomics techniques, and cell culture, which will be guided by laboratory scientists
- Results organization and data reporting
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care expenses
- Tuition assistance for employee, spouse, and dependent children at Penn
- Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
- Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental)
- Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
- Wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
- Substantial amount of time away from work (vacations, personal affairs, illness, injury, family time)
- Long-term care insurance
- Wellness and work-life resources
- Professional and personal development resources
- Access to University resources, cultural and recreational activities (libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries)
- Free or discounted admission/memberships to Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
- Discounts on goods and services (new cars, cellular phone service, movie tickets, theme parks)
- Flexible work options (non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures)
- Home ownership assistance (forgivable loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia)
- Adoption assistance (reimbursement for qualified expenses up to two adoptions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
