"Manager, Research Project A"

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a Research Project Manager under the direction of Dr. D. Kacy Cullen, to assume the responsibility of leading large and small animal studies, using a peripheral nerve injury model to investigate regenerative strategies in a neurotrauma and tissue engineering laboratory. The project manager will work closely with other members of the lab as well as outside collaborators. She/he is furthermore part of a multidisciplinary team of biomedical scientists and clinicians, striving to advance the treatment of peripheral nerve injury in people. She/he is expected to perform large and small animal handling, behavioral testing, stereotaxic surgery, post-mortem histological analysis, and statistical analysis. The scientist is furthermore expected to write summary reports and papers. Additionally, she/he will assist in the preparation of publications, presentations, and administrative reports.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct research of significant value in the biomedical field with a special focus on peripheral nerve injury and tissue engineering research
• Plan, conduct, and manage research projects within the federal and institutional regulations and policies, including compiling and analyzing study findings and preparing reports for sponsors and/or federal agencies as appropriate
• Collaborate with researchers, external agencies, and institutions to develop cooperative research initiatives
• Train and oversee technical staff, students, and other lab personnel in lab procedures
• Promotes free discussion, research progress, and overall morale
• Expertise in clinical treatment of peripheral nerve injury and surgical experience.
• Research project coordination or other relatable work experience.
• Demonstrated ability with statistical software and experience analyzing qualitative data.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Supervising and managing a multi-disciplinary team. Desire to provide mentorship to junior technicians and graduate students
• Large animal surgery and experimental management, especially in the setting of preclinical studies
• Rodent surgery, particularly stereotactic injections and microsurgical techniques
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Position contingent upon funding.

Job Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$57,500.00 - $76,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

How to Apply

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