Research Specialist B

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine

5d•$50,875 - $57,335•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and 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, and much more. Perform experiments using a variety of techniques. The position requires assisting the principal investigator with wet-up of new laboratory space, including ordering, set-up and maintenance of supplies and equipment, and assistance with transfer of laboratory protocols, laboratory website, and other new lab logistics as needed. Position is contingent upon grant funding.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior familiarity with flow cytometry, qPCR, ELISA.
Prior animal research experience.

Responsibilities

Conducting molecular cloning, cell culture, and genome editing and genome regulation experiments in immortalized cells and primary cells.
Conducting in vitro experiments including flow cytometry, qPCR, ELISA.
Performing in vivo experiments in mouse models, including handling, injections, surgeries, and behavioral or physiological assessments.
Maintaining laboratory stocks, ordering reagents, and ensuring compliance with institutional biosafety and animal care protocols.
Assisting in the preparation of scientific manuscripts, grant proposals, and presentations.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Exceptional tuition benefits for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions.
Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) with pre-tax or Roth basis options.
Wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
Substantial amount of time away from work for relaxation, vacations, personal affairs, illness, injury, or family time.
Long-term care insurance partnership with Genworth Financial.
Wide variety of programs and resources to support health, family, and work-life balance.
Resources to help advance personally and professionally.
Access to a wide range of University resources, cultural, and recreational activities.
Discounts on goods and services including arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, new cars, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and theme parks.
Flexible work options including non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
Forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia.
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses related to the legal adoption of an eligible child.