Research Specialist C
University of Pennsylvania•Philadelphia, PA
•$58,506 - $67,795•Onsite
About The Position
The employee will plan and conduct complex research activities to advance project objectives and core deliverables. Under limited supervision, they must be able to design studies, select assessment methods, implement research methods, and laboratory experiments. Oversee study documentation and processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of deliverables. Skills with animal handling and experiments and molecular biology required. Position contingent upon funding.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Skills with animal handling and experiments and molecular biology required.
Responsibilities
- Produce and characterize in vitro transcribed RNA and Lipid nano particles
- Design and perform animal experiments including immunization, tissue harvest and processing, characterization such as Flow cytometry and ELISA
- Molecular biology characterization assays - Western blotting, PCR, DNA gel electrophoresis and quantification, RNA assays such as dot blot
- Cell culture, transfection and other cell characterization assays
- Design and carry out experiments independently.
- Analyze and interpret data.
- Carry out trouble-shooting on experiments as needed.
- Assist data analysis and preparation of manuscripts and reports as needed
- Assist in managing project deliverables and timelines
- 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 for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
- generous retirement plans
- pre-tax or Roth basis retirement savings
- long-term care insurance
- flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments
- forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia
- reimbursement for qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
