Research Specialist B
University of Pennsylvania
•$50,875 - $57,335•Onsite
About The Position
Under supervision, the individual will be part of the project: “Characterizing the molecular basis for PCDH19-induced early onset epilepsy and developing an RNA-based therapy”. They will perform experiments including tissue culture, qPCR, biochemical analyses and staining and will keep a record of all data and analysis. They will participate in all routine work in the lab, including lab meetings, seminars and briefing with mentors. This individual will work very closely with senior members of the group to accomplish these tasks. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Tissue culture work
- Molecular/biochemical work (DNA, RNA and proteins extraction, Western blots, cellular staining, Q-PCR and RT-PCR analysis)
- Data analysis and documentation
- Writing and reporting
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Benefits
- excellent healthcare
- tuition benefits for employees and their families
- generous retirement benefits
- a wide variety of professional development opportunities
- supportive work and family benefits
- a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources
- 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
- tuition assistance here at Penn for employees, their spouse, and dependent children
- tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
- 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
- wellness and work-life resources
- professional and personal development resources
- 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
- 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
- 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
Entry Level
