"Research Specialist A/B"

Research Specialist A/B

Job Description Summary
The Research Specialist will plan and conduct basic science experiments on feeding behaviors to meet research project objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

The Research Specialist A will conduct experiments on the neural and physiological basis of energy balance dysregulation and obesity in animal and cellular models. Duties include rodent surgery, behavioral and physiological testing, molecular analysis of intracellular signaling pathways, data organization and analysis (using spreadsheet, graphics, and statistical packages), coordinating activities of undergraduate assistants, administrative support including ordering supplies and completing regulatory documentation, providing laboratory animal care in a safe and humane manner (clean and sanitize cages, change food, water, and bedding), and participating in scientific discussions about experimental design and the interpretation of results. The technician will closely collaborate with graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and a Principal Investigator (PI) on experiments in accordance with established protocols.

The Research Specialist B will perform the same duties listed for the Research Specialist A but will work more independently and will be assigned data analysis tasks. The Research Specialist B will also be responsible for management of undergraduate student workers.

Responsibility Breakdown:

• Collect, organize, and analyze behavioral and physiological data
• Coordinate activities of undergraduate assistants
• Maintain and manage satellite animal rooms during and outside of experiments
• Manage, maintain, and breed multiple transgenic animal lines for experimental use
• Administrative support including scheduling and ordering of lab supplies
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

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

RS-B -- Bachelor of Science and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Coursework in Biology/Psychobiology/Neuroscience and laboratory experience preferred but not required. Strong PC skills in MS office and related databases are desired. Good communication skills and the ability to meet deadlines are essential. High motivation and desire to improve on both the technical and scholarship level is also critical. Experience working with rodents is highly preferred. The ability to work independently and comfort with data analysis are preferred for the RS-B position.

Please include a cover letter stating overall career goals. This position is contingent upon funding.

Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School: Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range: $44,500.00 - $57,600.00 Annual Rate

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