Research Specialist A

The Research Assistant will support cutting-edge biomedical research by performing experiments with transgenic mouse models, cell cultures, including iPSCs and molecular and biochemical assays. The role includes in vivo studies, tissue analysis, and laboratory techniques such as immunohistochemistry, Western blot, and ELISA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 0-1 year of experience in Biology, Neuroscience, or a related field
• Prior laboratory experience is preferred but not required
• Proficiency with standard computer applications (e.g., Excel, Power Point, GraphPad, Adobe Photoshop and ImageJ analysis) is essential

Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance
• 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
• 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
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child