Senior Research Investigator
About The Position
This is a position for Senior Research Investigator, with a purpose to investigate the pathogenic mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders using model systems such as human iPSCs and mouse models. The primary function of this position includes functional characterization of disorder-related genetic variants using cutting-edge molecular, cellular, genetic and genomic approaches, such as single cell genomics, spatial transcriptomics, confocal microscopy and bioinformatics. Other duties include hiPSC differentiation and maintenance, supporting research of multiple lab members, grant applications and manuscripts.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Philosophy, and 5 to 7 years of postdoctoral experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Mechanistic characterization of hiPSC models using single cell genomics
- Functional characterization of brain organoids and mouse models using spatial transcriptomics
- Bioinformatic analysis of genomic and transcriptomic data
- Confocal microscopic analysis of neuronal connectivity in hiPSC and mouse models
- Differentiation and maintenance of hiPSCs
- Supporting laboratory research of other lab members
- Assistance in preparing grant applications and manuscripts
- Participate in lab meetings, journal club; attend relevant seminars and conferences and other lab duties
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental)
- Substantial time away from work (vacations, personal affairs, illness, injury, family time)
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Wellness and Work-life Resources
- Professional and Personal Development resources
- Access to a wide range of University resources, cultural and recreational activities
- Discounts on arts and entertainment, transportation, mortgages, goods, and services
- 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
- Adoption Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
