"Research Specialist A (Department of Cancer Biology)"

Job Description Summary

A research laboratory in the Department of Cancer Biology is seeking a Research Specialist to perform duties as a lab manager and researcher to support our effort in the areas of cancer cell metabolism and metabolic physiology. The position will involve general lab organization and management including maintaining lab inventories, ordering, and interfacing with Research Facilities staff. It will also involve supporting our research through mouse husbandry and colony maintenance. This position will support our research investigation and may involve various cell and molecular biology techniques. This position is ideal for a recent or upcoming college graduate with a degree in biology, biochemistry, or chemistry. Strong organization and interpersonal skills are required and some lab research experience is strongly preferred.

Position is contingent on grant funding.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Drive a research project (collect, analyze and interpret data, and present data at group meetings)
• Help in the general running of the lab, including: ordering, receiving items, and maintaining lab organization
• Assist with mouse colony maintenance and experiments as needed
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in biology, biochemistry, or a related field and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Strong organization and interpersonal skills required.
• Lab research experience preferred.

Job Location - City, StatePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / SchoolPerelman School of Medicine

Pay Range$44,500.00 - $50,000.00 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.