Research Specialist D
About The Position
Manages multiple research projects and study protocols under the direction of a Principal Investigator. Leads study design, data management, analysis, and reporting, and contributes to proposals, publications, and funding opportunities. Supervises and trains staff and students while cultivating effective partnerships with research collaborators and stakeholders. Develops and implements laboratory safety procedures, including drafting and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols in compliance with safety regulations. This position has several primary functions and/or responsibilities: A Cyclotron Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of particle accelerators used for producing PET radiopharmaceuticals, requiring strong technical skills in electronics and mechanics. 1) Perform preventive and emergency maintenance on cyclotrons and associated equipment (e.g., targetry systems). 2) Troubleshoot electronics to the component level. 3) Ensure regulatory compliance, including radiation monitoring and documentation for PET diagnostic manufacturing. 4) Utilize computerized control systems to operate the cyclotron and manage production. 5) Other cyclotron facility operation related tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- Master of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and emergency maintenance on cyclotrons and associated equipment (e.g., target systems).
- Troubleshoot electronics to the component level.
- Ensure regulatory compliance, including radiation monitoring and documentation for PET diagnostic manufacturing.
- Utilize computerized control systems to operate the cyclotron and manage production.
- Other cyclotron facility operation related tasks as assigned.
- Other 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 with pre-tax dollars
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children at Penn and potentially other institutions
- Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental) with pre-tax or Roth basis options through TIAA and Vanguard
- Substantial amount of time away from work (vacations, personal affairs, illness, injury, family time)
- Long-term care insurance through Genworth Financial for faculty, staff, and eligible family members
- Wide variety of programs and resources to support health, family, and work-life balance
- Resources to advance personal and professional development
- Access to a wide range of University resources, cultural activities, and recreational facilities (libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries)
- Discounts and special services for arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, new cars, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and theme parks
- Flexible work options (non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures)
- Forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or residing in West Philadelphia (for closing costs or home improvements)
- Adoption assistance for eligible employees on qualified expenses related to legal adoption (up to two adoptions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
