University of Pennsylvania Looking for Research Specialist C (Center for Research on Reproduction and Womens Health) Full Time

University
Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in
education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S.
News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing
education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked
nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in
2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban
campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks,
lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The
University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families,
generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of
health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
Research Specialist C (Center for
Research on Reproduction and Womens Health)

Job Profile Title
Research Specialist C

Job Description
Summary
The Research Specialist C will oversee and perform experiments to advance the study of adverse obstetrical outcomes
including preterm birth. The individual will be responsible for planning, managing, and performing in vitro studies in the laboratory
requiring the design, creation, and utilization of complex human/microbe and metabolomic co-culture models. In addition to designing and
independently executing experiments to meet the needs of each study, the candidate will be required to maintain multiple immortalized and
primary
cell lines. Thus, an outstanding proficiency in in vitro cellular techniques such as sterile cell culture and complex functional
assays is required. The candidate will supervise, assist, and train other lab members whose projects require in vitro studies. In addition
to cell-based assays, the incumbent must have significant expertise with down-stream molecular assays including DNA, RNA and protein-based
techniques. The candidate will also contribute to laboratory manager duties. The individual will perform laboratory maintenance, ordering,
and have scientific oversight of laboratory members and projects (including undergraduates and graduate students). The candidate will also
serve as the laboratory safety coordinator. This individual will communicate with Penn core facilities and bioinformaticians who will
support data analytics. The candidate will help with the development of novel 3D model systems, including cervical organoids. The individual
will participate in abstract preparation for national and international conferences. The individual will also help with manuscript and grant
preparation. The candidate must also exhibit excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. The ability to present data clearly is
essential. The incumbent should be able to independently complete, troubleshoot and analyze experiments in accordance with project
deadlines. They should be proficient in using computer-based systems including, and not limited to, excel, word, Graph pad and other
databases. The ability to work independently and with others is necessary.

Job Description

Job
Responsibilities

• Design, implement, oversee, and manage in vitro studies
• Complete downstream assays
• Maintain
  primary and immortalized cell lines
• Oversee and train members of lab as needed
• Perform lab management and
  maintenance

*Position is contingent upon funding*

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry,
or closely related field and 3-5 years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience in cell
culture and proficiency in experimental design required. Experience in flow cytometry, protein assays, PCR, RNA/DNA analyses is preferred
but not required.

Job Location – City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department /
School
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range
$43,919.00 – $67,794.79 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

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers
  comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health
  and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax
  dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn’s exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can
  get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other
  institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and
  Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options
  through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the
  course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with
  family-whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers
  faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services
  received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good
  health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to
  underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the
  competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health,
  your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help
  you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access
  to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and
  athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the
  Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few
  examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these
  activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find
  great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and
  memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General
  Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options
  offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of
  non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for
  eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home
  improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal
  adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please
visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennH
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