Temporary Employee (Department of OBGYN)

University of Pennsylvania

5d • $7 - $20

About The Position

The Simpkins laboratory develops and applies preclinical models of ovarian and uterine cancers to evaluate potential future therapeutic strategies. The temporary researcher will assist with generating, maintaining, and characterizing patient-derived and cell-line-based models and support laboratory experiments testing novel therapeutic approaches. The position provides hands-on training in translational cancer research while supporting ongoing projects focused on gynecologic malignancies. The position is contingent upon continued funding.

Requirements

• Ability to learn new laboratory techniques with appropriate supervision and training.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain accurate experimental records and follow established protocols.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based academic research environment.
• Commitment to laboratory safety, ethical research conduct, and institutional compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of ovarian and uterine cancer cell lines and organoids.
• Support routine laboratory experiments, including cell culture, organoid culture, drug treatment and viability assays, and sample processing.
• Assist with data collection, documentation, and preliminary analyses under supervision.
• Work with senior laboratory members, trainees, and the principal investigator on ongoing translational gynecologic oncology projects.
• Learn and apply laboratory techniques as needed for assigned projects.
• Participate in laboratory meetings and contribute to discussion of experimental planning and results.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, subject to eligibility based on ACA guidelines.
• Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans with pre-tax or Roth savings options and investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed