Research Specialist A, Penn Biology
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Posted Job Title
Research Specialist A, Penn Biology
Job Profile Title
Research Specialist A
Job Description Summary
The Wagner Laboratory in the Department of Biology is looking for a new Research Specialist to perform standard laboratory techniques, manage undergraduate trainees, and order reagents and supplies. The lab uses multiple model systems, ranging from plants to yeast, and aims to uncover how plant architecture and stress responses are programmed.
Job duties will include generating mutants via CRISPR/Cas9, generating and analyzing data on plant phenotypes, propagation of plant seed stocks, optimizing and purifying protein from E coli and other systems, preparation of essential research reagents/material, maintenance of the lab environment (such as cleanup and organization), overseeing high-school and undergraduate personnel, ordering reagents, and other miscellaneous duties.
The Research Specialist will work closely with the Principal Investigator and other lab members to design, execute, translate, and interpret experiments, followed by implementation of the next steps. This will likely include some statistical analyses.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
Job Location – City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
School of Arts and Sciences
Pay Range
$36,368.00 – $45,000.00 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, 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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