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Posted Job TitleSenior Research InvestigatorJob Profile TitleResearch Investigator, SeniorJob Description SummaryLead ongoing research projects and the staff of NIH sponsored beta-cell biology projects. Ensure the successful execution of ongoing studies, analyze the scientific results to prepare presentations and write manuscripts based on those results. Conduct research in the field of beta-cell biology, including RNA analysis, cell transfections, conditional transcriptional models, islet isolation, viral transduction of islets, islets transplantation in rodent models, islet perfusion experiments, and whole animal physiology. Collect data for preparation of grant proposals, manuscripts and progress reports in addition to the supervision and training of students and postdoctoral fellows.Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Lead ongoing research projects and the staff of NIH-sponsored beta-cell biology projects. Ensure the successful execution of ongoing studies, analyze the scientific results to prepare presentations and write manuscripts based on those results.
Supervise existing laboratory staff, including facilitation, documentation, analysis and communication needed for ongoing laboratory work on behalf of the Principal Investigator.
Hands on lab work in the field of beta-cell biology, including RNA analysis, cell transfections, conditional transcriptional models, islet isolation, viral transduction of islets, islets transplantation in rodent models, islet perfusion experiments and whole animal physiology.
Manuscript preparation. Collecting data for preparation of grant proposals and progress reports. Attend research meetings at local and national levels as needed.
Train and monitor progress of junior laboratory members, including graduate students and postdocs
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Contingent upon funding.
Qualifications
Job Location – City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolPerelman School of MedicinePay Range$36,368.00 – $95,000.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University Benefits
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