Research Specialist A

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science and 0 to 1 year of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Job Location - City, State
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Department / School
• Perelman School of Medicine
• Pay Range
• Equal Opportunity Statement
• Special Requirements
• Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
• University Benefits
• 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

Benefits

Additional Information

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 A Job Profile Title Research Specialist A Job Description Summary The Research Specialist A will work with patients' clinical samples and process them to cells, DNA and/or RNA, evaluate nucleic acid quality and quantity and biobank this material according to existing SOPs. Parts of the responsibilities include receipt and management of these samples using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Additional responsibilities include media preparation, maintain chemical inventory, database organization, and other potential duties outside of standard obligations to contribute to smooth functioning of the sample pipeline. This individual will also in due course train on Real-Time qPCR testing cellular products and patients' samples. This position requires careful and precise work in a Good Laboratory Practice like environment, including meticulous documentation of samples and procedures performed under appropriate compliance and regulations. Might be required to work Holidays and weekends. Job Description Job Responsibilities Nucleic acid purification from different sample types received in TCSL from clinical and research samples. Quantification and bio banking of nucleic acids processed in TCSL. Perform Real-time qPCR on cellular products and patients' samples. Other Molecular Assays: ICE, MycoSeq, dPCR Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Position contingent upon funding.

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