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Posted Job TitleResearch Specialist A/B (Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine)Job Profile TitleResearch Specialist AJob Description Summary___________________________________________________________________________
Entry-level position to carry out an array of basic laboratory techniques. These include molecular techniques to be used to evaluate protein expression changes on T cells and tumor cells, and several cell-based assays used as readouts for experiments, to evaluate T cell and tumor cell response to FDA approved or experimental drugs. This individual will also assist in pre-clinical drug studies (drug treatments and tumor harvest) using murine mouse models. This individual will also be responsible for general laboratory operation and management. Experience in molecular techniques and cell-based assays such as cell viability assays and flow cytometry is desired. Additional responsibilities include detailed and organized record keeping, writing, presenting research results to the laboratory director, and implementing laboratory policies and procedures.
Position contingent upon funding*Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Entry-level position to carry out an array of basic laboratory techniques. These include molecular techniques to be used to evaluate protein expression changes on T cells and tumor cells, and several cell-based assays used as readouts for experiments to evaluate T cell and tumor cell response to FDA approved or experimental drugs. This individual will also assist in pre-clinical drug studies (drug treatments and tumor harvest) using murine mouse models. This individual will also be responsible for general laboratory operation and management. Experience in molecular techniques and cell-based assays such as cell viability assays and flow cytometry is desired. Additional responsibilities include detailed and organized record keeping, writing, presenting research results to the laboratory director, and implementing laboratory policies and procedures.
Research Specialist B- in addition to the duties listed above, Research Specialist B will have extensive experience in flow cytometry and/ or animal handling.
Position contingent upon funding*
Qualifications
Research Specialist A:
Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Research Specialist B:
Bachelor of Science and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Job Location – City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolPerelman School of MedicinePay Range$36,368.00 – $57,335.40 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
To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
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