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Research Specialist AJob Profile Title
Research Specialist AJob Description Summary
The Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is the oldest and one of the finest medical schools in the United States. Penn is rich in tradition and heritage and at the same time consistently at the forefront of new developments and innovations in medical education and research. Since its founding in 1765 the School has been a strong presence in the community and prides itself on educating the leaders of tomorrow in patient care, biomedical research, and medical education. http://www.med.upenn.edu/Job Description
The goal of this position is to provide technical support for ongoing lung transplantation, pulmonary and critical care projects. The candidate will be required to perform sample management duties and research experiments using molecular biology, biochemistry and molecular biology methods. The candidate should have a background in basic and molecular biology. Other necessary skills include the ability to document results, process and report data, and partake in overall lab operating procedures and maintenance.
Plans and conducts basic experiments to meet research project objectives, with close supervision. Assists in performing laboratory experiments and clinical studies for product or material formulation and development. Daily management of laboratory tool, documentations and processes to ensure regulatory compliance and timely completion of project/program deliverables. Closely collaborates with Senior Research Specialists and Principal Investigator (PI) on experimental/clinical work set ups in accordance to established protocols.
Independently perform standard assays including ELISA, immunoblotting and flow cytometry. Prepare samples for mass spectroscopy.
Organization and storage of samples for multiple studies including multi-sites studies where our lab is the data coordinating center. Tasks include receiving shipments from multiple centers, inventorying, scanning samples into our laboratory information management system, pulling samples for analysis, and shipment of samples to external collaborators.
Perform molecular biology techniques including RNA and DNA extraction, RT-PCR, and genotyping.
Process human biospecimens from cohort studies including but not limited to plasma, serum, and urine. Processing tasks include centrifugation and alliquoting specimens for storage according to study protocols.
Perform laboratory maintenance activities such as freezer and equipment maintenance.
Document data, analyze data, and optimize and troubleshoot procedures for experiments designed by the study principal investigator.
Perform other duties as assigned
Position Contingent on Continued Funding.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with 0-1 year of related experience in research and clinical study methodologies or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Working Conditions
Office, Library, Computer Room; Requires extensive safety
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table; Occasional lifting 25 lb. or less
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / School
Perelman School of MedicinePay Range
$35,568.00 - $57,600.00Affirmative 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.
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