"Research Specialist A"

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Research Specialist A
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Posted Job Title
Research Specialist A
Job Profile Title
Research Specialist A
Job Description Summary
This is a position for Research Specialist, Level A, with a purpose to investigate the pathogenic mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders using mouse as a model organism. The primary function of this position includes functional characterization of genetically modified mice carrying disease-related mutations using molecular, cellular, imaging and genomic approaches, such as immunohistochemistry, genomic profiling and confocal microscopy. Other duties include breeding, genotyping and management of mouse colonies.
Position contingent upon funding
Job Description
Job Responsibilities

• Functional characterization of genetically modified mice using molecular, cellular and genomic approaches
• Functional characterization of genetically modified mice using confocal imaging approaches
• Breeding, genotyping and management of mouse colonies
• Other general lab duties

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 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.