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Job Description Summary

The Research Specialist A will conduct research and provide technical support to several projects studying the development of biologically based electrodes for auditory rehabilitation using electrophysiological, optogenetic, imaging and behavioral methods in rodents. The position requires basic knowledge of neuroscience, biology, and chemistry. Responsibilities include: assistance with electrophysiological, optogenetic and imaging experiments, cell culture, surgical procedures with rats, immunohistochemistry of brain tissue, data analysis, organization and maintenance of laboratory logs, data curation and backup, laboratory maintenance. Ability to keep accurate records and excellent organizational skills are essential. We are looking for a creative, friendly and responsible individual.

Position is contingent on continued funding.

Job Description

The Research Specialist A will conduct research and provide technical support to several projects studying the development of biologically based electrodes for auditory rehabilitation using electrophysiological, optogenetic, imaging and behavioral methods in rodents. The position requires basic knowledge of neuroscience, biology, and chemistry. Responsibilities include: assistance with electrophysiological, optogenetic and imaging experiments, cell culture, surgical procedures with rats, immunohistochemistry of brain tissue, data analysis, organization and maintenance of laboratory logs, data curation and backup, laboratory maintenance. Ability to keep accurate records and excellent organizational skills are essential. We are looking for a creative, friendly and responsible individual.

Position is contingent on continued funding.

The job pay range encompasses the full range of employees from new hires to the salaries of current Penn employees with many years of experience and seniority and is not a precise indicator of salaries of new hires when looking at the top end.

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, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range
$35,568.00 - $57,600.00

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.