Seale Lab Research Specialist

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania•Philadelphia, PA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Seale Lab in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the University of Pennsylvania is seeking a Research Specialist A to work on a project whose primary aims are employing state-of-the-art technologies to characterize human adipose tissue and skeletal muscle in type 2 diabetes. This researcher will conduct routine experiments and research activities to support project objectives. This will include tissue processing, sample preparation, cell culture assays, molecular assays and data collection/storage. The position will also involve routine lab maintenance tasks, and developing processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely completion of deliverables. This position is contingent upon funding.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a research project (processing of adipose tissue samples, derivation of cell lines, archiving samples, processing tissues for molecular and functional analyses, histology, data analysis)
Help in the general running of the lab, including: ordering, receiving items, and maintaining lab organization
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year.
long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility.
wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries.
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