"Research Specialist A (Department of Cancer Biology)"

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Research Specialist A (Department of Cancer Biology)

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Posted Job Title
Research Specialist A (Department of Cancer Biology)

Job Profile Title
Research Specialist A

Job Description Summary
Conducts biological experiments to meet research project objectives and assist with general lab operation, with close supervision. Daily management of laboratory tools, documentation and processes to ensure regulatory compliance and timely completion of project/program deliverables.

Job Description

The Cancer Biology laboratory led by Dr. Chengcheng Jin at the University of Pennsylvania is searching for a motivated, highly organized individual to assist in experimental animal model systems to study tumor immunology. Applicants should have a good working knowledge of biology, have excellent organization skills, detail-oriented and responsible. This position is an excellent opportunity to gain knowledge and experience with cutting edge technologies in immunology and cancer biology. Qualified individuals will be expected to contribute via maintaining a mouse colony, experimental assistance to ongoing research projects, harvesting tissue and performing flow cytometry, collecting and recording data, and providing lab organization assistance under the supervision of the PI in the laboratory.

This position is contingent upon grant funding.

Job Responsibilities

• Mouse husbandry
• PCR-based genotyping
• Assist with mouse experiment and flow cytometry
• DNA/RNA isolation and analysis with qPCR
• Help in the general operation of the lab, including: ordering, receiving items, and maintaining lab inventories, making common buffers
• Opportunities to participate in research projects (collect, analyze and interpret data, and present data at group meetings, optional)
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

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

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Perelman 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 or ethnic 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.

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