Research Specialist C or D
University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine · Buffalo, NY, US
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About the Role
The Department of Cancer Biology is seeking an experienced biologist to conduct innovative flow cytometry studies in breast cancer research. This role involves processing and analyzing patient samples to support the clinical translation of a novel assay. The position requires attention to detail, good communication and documentation skills, and a shifted work schedule with evening availability (~12-8pm).
Responsibilities
- Design and carry out experiments independently
- Assist with daily setup and QC of cell sorters and other sample processing instruments
- Carry out trouble-shooting on experiments
- Write sections of manuscripts and progress reports describing research results
- Analyze and interpret data
- Maintain records of experiments
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Independently process bone marrow samples in preparation for cell sorting
- Train other users on operations of bone marrow processing instruments and cell sorters
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required for Research Specialist C.
- Master's Degree and 3 to 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required for Research Specialist D.
- Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made.
Skills
- Flow cytometry
- Cell sorting
- Operation and maintenance of sophisticated instrumentation
- Attention to detail
- Good communication skills
- Good documentation skills
Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Work Type
- Shifted work schedule
- Evening availability
Experience Level
- 3 to 5 years of experience
Education Level
- Bachelor of Science
- Master's Degree
Salary/Compensations
- $58,506.00 - $76,973.25 Annual Rate
Benefits
- Excellent healthcare benefits
- Tuition benefits for employees and their families
- Generous retirement benefits
- Wide variety of professional development opportunities
- Supportive work and family benefits
- Wealth of health and wellness programs and resources
- Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for dependent children at other institutions
- Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental)
- Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
- Investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
- Substantial amount of time away from work
- Long-Term Care Insurance partnership with Genworth Financial
- Wellness and Work-life Resources
- Professional and Personal Development resources
- Access to University resources, cultural and recreational activities
- Free or discounted admission and memberships to Penn arts and cultural centers and museums
- Discounts on new cars from Ford and General Motors
- Discounts on cellular phone service plans
- Discounts on movie tickets
- Discounts on admission to theme parks
- Flexible work hours
- Penn Home Ownership Services (forgivable loan)
- Adoption Assistance reimbursement
About the Company
- The University of Pennsylvania is the largest private employer in Philadelphia and a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation.
- It is a historic, Ivy League school consistently ranking among the top 10 universities.
- Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools with a distinctive interdisciplinary approach.
- Penn has been nationally recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers.
- The University offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia on a beautiful urban campus with easy access to educational, cultural, and recreational activities.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.