Research Specialist B
University of Pennsylvania
•$50,875 - $65,000•Onsite
About The Position
Supports research projects by conducting experiments or studies, collecting and analyzing data, and maintaining research tools, equipment, or project resources. Contributes to study design, documentation, and reporting, and collaborates with investigators and staff to ensure projects are carried out effectively and in compliance with established protocols.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 1 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Prior laboratory experience is required.
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in organic chemistry, peptide synthesis, purification, characterization, or related areas preferred.
- A PhD in chemistry, chemical biology, bioengineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct experiments related to organic synthesis, peptide synthesis, and post-synthesis modification of peptides and peptide derivatives, including their characterization, extraction, purification, and analysis.
- Support the design, synthesis, and optimization of peptide therapeutics.
- Work closely with computational team members to support peptide discovery, design, and optimization.
- Perform biophysical assays.
- Learn and perform wet-lab assays, including basic microbiology and cell culture assays.
- Assist with animal models as needed to evaluate the anti-infective activity of therapeutic peptides.
- Mentor and assist other laboratory members.
- Organize experiments.
- Maintain equipment and workstations.
- Support the operation of the peptide laboratory.
- Organic synthesis, characterization, extraction, and purification of peptides
- Purification of peptides
- Biophysical assays
- Data analysis
- Equipment and workstations upkeeping
- Perform additional duties as assigned
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 at Penn and other institutions
- 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, movie tickets, and theme parks
- Flexible work hours
- Forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia
- Adoption assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
